Opera glasses - 1850-1900

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Constance Rousseau
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Selected by Constance Rousseau

Master marquetry craftswoman with 4 years' expert experience. Trainee auctioneer at Sotheby's Paris.

Estimate  € 400 - € 500
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Antique opera glass dating to 1850–1900, with bone fittings and a patinated brass body, measuring 8.7 cm high, 10.5 cm wide and 4.4 cm deep, in good condition and tested and functional.

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Description from the seller

Fine opera binoculars from the 19th century!! Good, valuable brass, marked by the patina of time, featuring noble fittings made of bone.. (see photos)! Specifically, the elegantly shaped small threaded rod (see detailed photo)!

Condition: The opera glass is authentic and original! It is collectible and it works! The two bone rings each have a narrow crack (see photos)! Leather case included!

Fine opera binoculars from the 19th century!! Good, valuable brass, marked by the patina of time, featuring noble fittings made of bone.. (see photos)! Specifically, the elegantly shaped small threaded rod (see detailed photo)!

Condition: The opera glass is authentic and original! It is collectible and it works! The two bone rings each have a narrow crack (see photos)! Leather case included!

Details

Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Material
Leg - bone
Style
Antique
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
8.7 cm
Width
10.5 cm
Type
Opera glasses
Depth
4.4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Title additional information
Seltnes Opera Glasses
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Objects sold
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