Pretty as a picture and in outstanding condition, this lovely pair of early twentieth century opera glasses come complete with their original case (wear commensurate with age). The eye pieces and focusing wheel are made from carved and polished Mother of Pearl. They are decorated with the most lovely colour of golden yellow guilloche enamel with a good glossy patina showcasing the engine turned decoration below. Excellent condition measuring 3 3/4" x 1 1/4"; 1 5/8" expanding to 2 1/8". The case measures 4" x 1 1/4" x 2 1/2". Item ID: 40550 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 40550
Dimensions
Height = 4.1 cm (2")
Width = 9.5 cm (4")
Depth = 3.2 cm (1")
A Fine Pair Golden Guilloche Enamel and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses c.1910
Price
£395
| $516 USD | €475 EUR
Item Ref
40550
Description
Pretty as a picture and in outstanding condition, this lovely pair of early twentieth century opera glasses come complete with their original case (wear commensurate with age). The eye pieces and focusing wheel are made from carved and polished Mother of Pearl. They are decorated with the most lovely colour of golden yellow guilloche enamel with a good glossy patina showcasing the engine turned decoration below. Excellent condition measuring 3 3/4" x 1 1/4"; 1 5/8" expanding to 2 1/8". The case measures 4" x 1 1/4" x 2 1/2". Item ID: 40550 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 40550
Dimensions
Height = 4.1 cm (2")
Width = 9.5 cm (4")
Depth = 3.2 cm (1")