Theatre binoculars - Signiert - 1850-1900 - France - IRIS

Immerse yourself in the world of classic aesthetics with this antique opera glass made of gilded brass, adorned with noble iridescent mother-of-pearl. This vintage treasure merges elegant design with traditional craftsmanship and offers not only a stylish decoration but also functional magnification for your cultural experience. Ideal for lovers of historical optics and accessories, this opera glass becomes an indispensable companion for your special occasions.

Manufacturer: Iris was a renowned French manufacturer of optical instruments based in Paris.
Era: Most specimens on the market come from the late Victorian or Edwardian era (c. 1850 to 1900).
Function: These compact binoculars were an indispensable fashion accessory for theater and opera attendees of high society at the turn of the century.
Antique opera glasses from the Iris brand (often, as here, signed Iris Paris) are coveted collectibles from the turn-of-the-century period (around 1900), known for their high-quality optics and elegant design.

Here you are bidding on an excellently preserved opera glass, with no flakes or damage to the iridescent mother-of-pearl, signed multiple times. At the base: name and rhombus with the I company logo.
On the mid-bar is stamped: An I in a star.
Manufacturer name and city on both eye cups.
Rare Abalone mother-of-pearl masterfully worked without visible seams!
Gilded brass with a flattering patina harmonizes with the aubergine-violet-black shimmering mother-of-pearl.
The adjustment or focusing via the central wheel is flawless and smooth!

Extremely clear view and magnification.

Clear view—no scratches or fungus on the lenses—cleaned.
The objectives and lenses can be easily removed for cleaning.

The stated measurements refer to the extended state of the opera glass!

Approx. dimensions: 7.5 x 10 x 4 cm

A rarity for enthusiastic collectors!

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Please ensure correct address details!
And track your purchase with the provided tracking number.
If you are not present on delivery, provide the carrier with a neighbor or an access point for delivery!
Costs for returns and re-sending are entirely at your expense! Please avoid this.

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