French Victorian Brass Opera Glasses
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian mother of pearl and brass opera glasses with handle
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Brass Opera Glasses
Glass
French Victorian Brass Opera Glasses
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian mother of pearl and brass opera glasses with handle
Glass
Pair of Early 20th century French brass Opera Glass, 1900s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful pair of mop and brass opera glasses dating from the beginning of the 20th century
Brass
Pair of Early 20th century French Brass Opera Glasses, 1900s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very beautiful French opera glasses in Mop and brass dating from the beginning of the 20th century
Brass
French enamel, brass and mother of pearl Opera Glasses
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of French enamel, brass and mother of pearl opera glasses, pink enamelled and jewelled
Brass, Enamel
$699
H 1.5 in W 8.75 in D 1.75 in
Antique French Lorgnette Binoculars or Opera Glasses in Brass & Mother of Pearl
By LeRoy
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique lorgnette opera glasses were made by LeRoy of France in approximately 1880 in
Brass
$708
H 4.14 in W 5.52 in D 2.96 in
Pair of Antique Opera Glasses, English, Leather, Brass, Binoculars, Ross London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique opera glasses. An English, leather and brass binocular by Ross of London
Brass
Antique French Brass and Mother-of-Pearl Opera Glasses by LeMaire Fabt
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A refined pair of antique opera glasses crafted in brass with elegantly inlaid mother-of-pearl
Brass
Leather & Brass French Opera Binoculars Lemaire Fabt Paris
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Leather & Brass French Opera Binoculars Lemaire Fabt Paris 5 w x 2.5 D x 5.88 H Leather Metal
Brass
Superb Pair Antique Opera Glasses c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
A truly stunning pair of French Opera glasses made from polished brass and clad with shell. This
Brass
Victorian Hand-Painted Enamel Opera Glasses, 19th century
Located in Braintree, GB
A finely decorated pair of Victorian-era opera glasses featuring hand-painted enamel panels
Brass, Enamel
$595
H 1.5 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
Colmont Ft Paris Mother of Pearl French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, 1890s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning set of opera or theatre glasses in original leather case. By Colmont FT Paris France
Brass
$265Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.58 in W 3.94 in D 2.37 in
Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Binoculars With Leather Case France 1920s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, France 1920s A stunning set of
Brass
$665
H 1.63 in W 3.75 in D 1.25 in
Fine Pair Golden Guilloche Enamel and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses, c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Pretty as a picture and in outstanding condition, this lovely pair of early twentieth century opera
Brass, Enamel
$10,657
H 55 in W 18 in D 21 in
Unique & Large Hand Carved Sculpture / Mephisto Floor Lamp / Faust Opera Statue
Located in Lisse, NL
Extra large and extremely rare, antique sculpture of Mephistopheles from the Faust Opera. This
Brass
$800
H 3 in W 4.5 in D 2 in
1910s Art Nouveau Lemaire-Like Brass Binoculars/Glasses and Leather Case, France
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in North Miami, FL
1910s Art Nouveau Lemaire-like gilt brass expandable sportier binoculars/opera glasses with leather
Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc
Unavailable
H 2.25 in W 3.75 in D 1.5 in
Antique French, Mother-of-Pearl and Gilt Brass Opera Glasses, circa 1900, Paris
Located in Redding, CA
A very nice pair of antique opera glasses in mother-of-pearl with well cast gilt brass mounts. In
Brass
Antique Decorative Opera House Marquee
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Opera House poster Stand. It holds poster 39" by 26".
Brass, Copper
Unavailable
H 2.5 in W 5 in D 1.5 in
French Enamel Opera Glasses Courtship Scenes Hand-Painted, circa 1880, Paris
Located in Redding, CA
A lovely pair of French enamel opera glasses beautifully hand-painted with scenes of courtship
Brass, Enamel
20th century French Mother of Pearl and Brass Opera Glass Stick
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful and rare opera glass stick made with mother of pearl, brass and wood. Very nice quality
Brass
Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Colmont Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A gorgeous pair of antique Mother-of-Pearl opera or theatre glasses, by renowned maker 'Colmont
Brass
Fine Pair Cased French Opera Glasses c.1910
By Chevalier Opticien Paris
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of French Opera glasses clad in alternating Mother of Pearl or Nacre shell and
Brass
Exquisite Pair French Enamel Opera Glasses c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A truly superb pair of blue enamel opera glasses with intricate inlay and polished Mother of Pearl
Brass, Enamel
Exceptional Pair Antique Opera Glasses by Colmont, Paris
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning and rarely found pair of exceptional French Opera Glasses, beautifully made with lots of
Brass
19th c. Embossed Pewter and Brass Opera Binoculars, c.1880s
Located in San Francisco, CA
About This is an original pair of brass plated binoculars with embossed pewter barrels
Brass, Pewter
Fine Pair Cased French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
Located in Bath, GB
A superb pair of early twentieth century opera glasses clad in iridescent Mother of Pearl or Nacre
Brass
Stunning Hand-Painted Guilloche Enamel Opera Glasses, c.1920
By J. Carpentier
Located in Bath, GB
opera glasses in excellent condition. The case measures 5" x 2 1/4" x 2". Item: 44264.
Brass, Enamel
Pair of Antique French Opera Glasses by Colmont, Paris
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of fine opera glasses clad in mother of pearl or nacre shell, the eye pieces
Brass
Fine French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses C.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A beautiful pair of French Opera glasses made from polished brass and Mother of Pearl or Nacre
Brass
Fine Pair of French Opera Glasses, Mappin & Webb, Paris
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A very fine pair of Opera glasses, made from polished brass having been meticulously professionally
Brass
Pair Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses, c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A rather unusual pair of antique opera glasses, perfect for the theatre and in full working order
Brass
Handsome Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses - Lorgnette Handle
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of French Mother of Pearl Opera glasses dating to c.1910. They have been
Brass
Pair of French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses, Lemière, Paris
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of fine opera glasses clad in mother of pearl or nacre shell, the eye pieces
Brass
Sold
H 2.25 in W 4 in D 1.5 in
Antique French Opera Glasses with Detachable Lorgnette Handle, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful and most unusual pair of antique French opera glasses dating to circa 1900 made from
Brass
Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses for Dolland, London
By Dolland
Located in Bath, GB
A splendid pair of Edwardian Opera / Theatre glasses professionally re-polished to gleam, making
Brass
Asprey, London, Rare Abalone Shell Opera Glasses, C.1910/1920
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and most unusual pair of early twentieth century Opera glasses by the top notch London
Brass
Asprey, London - Pair Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses c.1910/1920
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A petite pair of antique Opera glasses retailed by the top-notch London retailer, Asprey of Bond
Brass
French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses with Lorgnette Handle, c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A splendid pair of French late Victorian or Edwardian Opera Glasses, made from polished brass
Brass
Antique Opera Glasses, Mother of Pearl C.1900, Signed, Iris, Paris
By Iris, Paris
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of late Victorian or Edwardian Opera glasses dating to the turn of the century
Brass
Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses with Lorgnette Handle, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A splendid pair of French late Victorian or Edwardian opera glasses, made from gilded brass
Brass
Fine Pair of Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Dolland, London
By Dolland
Located in Bath, GB
A splendid pair of Edwardian Opera / Theatre glasses professionally re-polished to gleam, making
Brass
Antique Opera Glasses, Mother of Pearl C.1900, Signed, Iris, Paris
By Iris, Paris
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of late Victorian or Edwardian Opera glasses dating to the turn of the century
Brass
Good Pair French Cased Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses, c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A superb pair of French opera glasses clad in stunning mother of pearl or Nacre shell with it's
Brass
Sold
H 2 in W 4.75 in D 2 in
Pair Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses c.1910 - Lorgnette Handle
Located in Bath, GB
A splendid pair of late Victorian Opera / Theatre glasses professionally re-polished to gleam
Brass
Sold
H 2 in W 4.5 in D 2.25 in
Pair Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses circa 1910, Lorgnette Handle
Located in Bath, GB
A splendid pair of late Victorian Opera / Theatre glasses professionally re-polished to gleam
Brass
Sold
H 2 in W 5 in D 2.25 in
Pair Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses c.1890, Lorgnette Handle
Located in Bath, GB
A splendid pair of late Victorian Opera / Theatre glasses professionally re-polished to gleam
Brass
French Mother of Pearl Lorgnette Opera Glasses c.1900 by Colmont, Paris
Located in Bath, GB
A very fine pair of antique French opera glasses dating to c.1910 signed by the well renowned
Brass
Pair Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses c.1890 - Lorgnette Handle
Located in Bath, GB
A splendid pair of late Victorian Opera / Theatre glasses professionally re-polished to gleam
Brass
Sold
H 2 in W 4.25 in D 1.5 in
Pair Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses C.1900, Lorgnette Handle
Located in Bath, GB
A really lovely pair of late Victorian Opera / Theatre glasses professionally re-polished to gleam
Brass
Sold
H 2.25 in W 3.75 in D 1.63 in
Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by LeMaire, Paris c.1910
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in Bath, GB
A very fine pair of Edwardian opera glasses made from Mother of Pearl and the polished brass; made
Brass
Sold
H 2.75 in W 4.63 in D 2.25 in
Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by LeMaire, Paris c.1900
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in Bath, GB
A very fine pair of late nineteenth century opera glasses made from Mother of Pearl and the
Brass
Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by LeMaire, Paris, c.1890
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in Bath, GB
A very fine pair of late nineteenth century opera glasses made from Mother of Pearl and the
Brass
Sold
H 2.5 in W 4 in D 1.25 in
Pair of Yellow Guilloche Enamel and Mother-of-Pearl Opera Glasses, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Pretty as a picture and in outstanding condition, this lovely pair of early twentieth century opera
Brass, Enamel
19th c. Leather Wrapped Opera Binoculars and Case, c.1880
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Paris, France. Date of manufacture c.1880s Materials and techniques metal, enamel, optical glass
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 7 in W 4.5 in D 2 in
Vintage French Mother-of-Pearl and Brass Opera Glasses by Chevalier of Paris
By Chevalier Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous vintage mother-of-pearl and brass opera glasses made by Chevalier in Paris. Complete
Brass
Sold
H 6.5 in W 4.25 in D 2 in
Pair of 19th Century French Brass Opéra Glasses with Mother of Pearl Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French brass opera glasses from the 19th century, with mother of pearl accents. Created
Brass
French Brass Opera Glasses with Pale Lacquered Panels, Circa 1890
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A charming pair of antique French opera glasses from the early 20th century. Crafted in brass, they
Brass
Sold
H 3.25 in W 4 in D 1.75 in
French Leather/Brass Opera Glasses by Le Maire Fabt, Paris, circa 1880
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
About This is an original pair of French opera glasses manufactured by Le Maire Fabt. Paris
Metal, Brass
Antique French Mother of Pearl Brass Opera Glasses in Original Leather Case
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A glamorous accoutrement for your next visit to the opera or rock concert. Circa 19th century
Brass
Romantic Mother of Pearl and Brass Parisian Opera Glasses
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A gorgeous set of antique mother of pearl and brass opera glasses marked Paris, with original
Brass
Brass and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A pair of stunning miniature binoculars, or opera glasses, crafted from brass and clad in
Brass
French enamel, brass and mother of pearl Opera Glasses
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of French enamel, brass and mother of pearl opera glasses, Royal blue enamelled and
Brass, Enamel
Brass Mother-of-Pearl Opera Glasses, circa 1900, Paris
Located in Dallas, TX
From a by-gone era! Brass and mother of pearl, inscribed "Verdi Paris".
Brass
Brass and Mother of Pearl Lorgnettes 'Long-Handled Opera Glasses'
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A splendid pair of 'lorgnettes' (long-handled opera, or theatre, glasses), made from brass and clad
Brass
Late 19th Century Brass Opera Rental Binoculars
Located in San Francisco, CA
Brass opera rental glasses from the London opera embossed with warning for removal of the glasses
Brass
19th c. Ribbed Brass Opera Binoculars c.1880s
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
About An original pair of ribbed brass plated opera binoculars. This piece has retained its
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 1.58 in W 3.94 in D 2.37 in
Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, France 1920s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, France 1920s A stunning set of
Brass
Pretty Antique French Opera Glasses, c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous pair of Opera Glasses with an extending lorgnette handle. The combination of Mother of
Brass
Luxury Lorgnette Opera Glasses French, Circa 1880
Located in Incline Village, NV
Absolutely exquisite pair of operable mother of pearl high quality luxury Opera Glasses with fancy
Brass
French Enamel, Brass and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses in Original Case
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of French enamel, brass and mother of pearl opera glasses, signed 'Le Maire Paris' in
Enamel
19th Century Shagreen French Opera Glasses and Case, circa 1880
Located in San Francisco, CA
About This is an original pair of opera glasses and case possibly French. The objective lenses
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 1.63 in W 3.88 in D 1.25 in
Duvelleroy Paris Antique Opera Glasses, Faux Crocodile Leather Case
Located in Miami, FL
Duvelleroy Paris Antique Opera Glasses, Alligator leather case Offered for sale is a petite pair
Brass
French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by LeMaire, Paris
By LeMaire Paris 1
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A beautiful pair of miniature binoculars, or opera glasses, crafted from brass and clad in
Brass
Large Classical Italian Bronze Bird Fountain Statue
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning large Italian bronze water fountain Classical look complemented by the gorgeous verdis gris patina Love the birds depicted drinking from the rim of the main bowl Classica...
Bronze
Classical Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Italian Classical Carved Sink Basin This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white marble with added carved relief detail, these designs have no...
Marble
A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved oak box, showcasing a unique blend of craftsmanship and geometric flair characteristic of the Art Deco period. Solid oak wood, noted for i...
Oak
$230,916Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
$34,403
H 6.3 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in
Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...
Bone
$22,493
H 28.75 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in
Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Masterfully carved Italian Vanitas / Memento Mori bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with masterfully carved hood & robes all from one...
Carrara Marble
$17,864Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 36.22 in W 35.43 in D 55.12 in
90° Minuto Foosball Table by Teckell in Walnut
By Teckell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A subtle and elegant walnut structure highlights and supports this modern and essential foosball table, inviting the challenge of enjoying the game until its very last minute (90° Mi...
Crystal
Steinway & Sons Concert Grand Piano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This extraordinary concert grand piano with 88 keys was made by the prestigious firm Steinway & Sons around 1894. The case's decoration was entrusted to the company Cuel & Cie and mo...
Wood, Giltwood
$174,000Sale Price|40% Off
H 136 in Dm 108 in
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns . Monumental Exquisite refined work King Charles X Period Rotunda rotundus building structure with a...
Stone, Copper
$4,445Sale Price|40% Off
H 6.5 in W 14.57 in D 10.63 in
Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Beautiful & Luxurious Handcrafted Victorian Bramah Fold-out Travelling Writing Companion With Fitted Leather Interior, Ceramic Blotting Tablets. Complete with Beautifully Desi...
Brass
$5,747,542
H 203.94 in W 251.97 in D 143.7 in
George Trollope & Sons fireplace & room, Paris Exhibition 1878 Gold Medal Winner
Located in London, GB
George Trollope and Sons. Exhibited at the Paris Universal Exhibition in 1878 winning a Gold Medal for Excellence. The set forms the four sides of a complete panelled room that was ...
Marble
Italian Venetian Grotto Seashell Settee
By Pauly et Cie
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt settee with triple seashell seat and dolphin & seahorse motif (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)
Silver Leaf
$16,255 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, hand carved and hand finished in an off-white, antique finish. Takes a mattress size: 90cm x 200cm (3ft x 6ft6'). The beds come with an extra set of legs, ...
Wood
$13,927 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, exclusive to La Maison London: Hand carved featuring a band of intricate laurel leaves along the side bars and hand finished to order (picture shows a pale...
Wood
$27,500
H 46.46 in W 101.58 in D 20.28 in
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...
Iron
Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French (19th Century) walnut library ladders with side railings and steps leading to a top platform (on casters) (attributed to Napoleon III's personal library) (Related item...
Walnut
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
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