Antique French / English Tortoise Shell and Gilt Opera Glasses

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Description: Dating to around 1880, what a stylish way to focus on the Opera or the latest Theatre, whether it be in London or Paris. This pair of Opera glasses in gilded brass are wrapped in glossy tortoiseshell with wonderful markings, and colours ranging from champagne to deep chocolate brown. Hard-to-find this pair comes with an extending lorgnette handle, most elegant. A beautiful petite size measuring 3 3/4" wide and 1 1/2" tall extending to 2" with a handle length of 4 1/4" in length extending to 6 3/4". Excellent condition without damage. Shipping and insurance are included.

Status: Sold	Reference#: 30374
Condition: Excellent	Year: 1880
Country: France

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