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Pair Of Vintage Cased Opera Glasses, French, Brass, Binocular, Mid 20th Century
About the Item
This is a pair of vintage cased opera glasses. A French, brass and Mother of Pearl Galilean binocular, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
Charming optical set, ideal for the theatre or event
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Quality gilt brass frame with minimal tarnishing
Hand grips accentuated with striking faceted Mother of Pearl
Clear, bright objectives offer a useful optical image
Focus can be adjusted with a knurled crown wheel to centre
Offering a 2cm (0.75'') focal adjustment range
Eye cups with Bakelite rings, dressed with Mother of Pearl fascia
Etched to the eye-cup, the maker's mark for Le Maire et Paris
Presented in a velvet-lined carry case with small brass clasp
Case lid bears the retailer's mark for Millard & Son, London
This is an appealing pair of vintage opera glasses, with a superb decorative appearance. Delivered polished and ready for an event or display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 11cm (4.25'')
Min Depth: 7cm (2.75'')
Max Depth: 9cm (3.5'')
Max Height: 5cm (2'')
Case Width: 12.5cm (5'')
Case Depth: 6.5cm (2.5'')
Case Height: 9cm (3.5'')
- Dimensions:Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Width: 4.34 in (11 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18.95591stDibs: LU2645336433992
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