Zoom binoculars - 1850-1900 - Germany - Jacob Sachs-Hof Optiker
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Antique theater glasses by Jacob Sachs-Hof Optiker (Germany), circa 1850–1900, in very good condition, with 2.5× magnification, made of gilded brass, celluloid, and bone optical lenses, and measuring about 8 cm high, 10 cm wide, and 4 cm deep, from the Belle Epoque historicist style described as Viktorianisch.
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A particularly well-preserved theater glass from the German optician Jacob Sachs, Cologne and Berlin, is presented.
Jacob Sachs (often written Jakob Sachs) was a well-known German court optician who produced high-quality optical instruments in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
He was also appointed as a court optician!
The addition “court optician” (or Hof-Optiker) was a predicate title. It meant that Jacob Sachs was an official supplier to a princely, ducal, or royal house (often Prussian or a regional Rhineland noble family). That title stood for the highest craftsmanship, excellent glass quality, and fine mechanics, which is why his pieces remain popular with collectors to this day.
Antique pieces from his workshop are today popular collectibles in the category Vintage Optics and Handicrafts.
Typical antique products from Jacob Sachs
From historical workshops like that of Jacob Sachs, especially noble theater and sighting instruments have endured:
Opera glasses and theater glasses: These were usually made from noble materials such as mother-of-pearl, brass, aluminum, or leather.
Here the tubes and eyecups were wrapped with celluloid or bone—very beautiful workmanship and without cracks!
The characteristic fine lines (“Schreger lines”) in the material refer to genuine bone. Very nice cream color.
Minimal, barely perceptible indentation on one of the lower lenses—metal.
No mushroom infestation!
Clear vision.
Dimensions:
Height: 8
Width: 10
Depth: 4
all approximate measurements in cm
This beautiful specimen is sure to appeal to many collectors and enthusiasts.
Dear buyers!
All information has been provided to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I fundamentally strive for an exact and precise description.
My description is often based on historical research and thorough investigations!
If, contrary to expectations, an object does not meet your expectations, I politely request feedback.
A mutual solution can be found for everything!
With best regards
Fred
FROM A CURRENT OCCASION!
PLEASE ONLY BID IF YOU ARE ALSO WILLING TO PAY!
YOU ARE ONLY HURTING YOURSELF; OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES AND ALSO ME!
PLEASE FIND A MEANINGFUL HOBBY!
Please pay attention to correct address details!
And track your purchase via the provided tracking number.
If you are not present at delivery, please provide the carrier with a neighbor or an Access Point for delivery!
The costs for returns and re-shipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Please pay attention to correct address details!
And track your purchase via the provided tracking number.
If you are not present at delivery, please provide the carrier with a neighbor or an Access Point for delivery!
The costs for returns and re-shipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Shipping is performed individually, depending on the country, with
UPS-DHL-EXPRESS!
No shipping to war zones!!!
The costs also include packaging.
Double carton, bubble wrap, drainage and styrofoam, if required.
Recycled carton, for the sake of the environment
Additional tape labeling: Fragile glass!
To ensure break-proof shipping.
Additional transport insurance, against loss or damage!
Fast express shipping, for quick receipt.
Please consider this when placing a bid!
Thank you!
A particularly well-preserved theater glass from the German optician Jacob Sachs, Cologne and Berlin, is presented.
Jacob Sachs (often written Jakob Sachs) was a well-known German court optician who produced high-quality optical instruments in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
He was also appointed as a court optician!
The addition “court optician” (or Hof-Optiker) was a predicate title. It meant that Jacob Sachs was an official supplier to a princely, ducal, or royal house (often Prussian or a regional Rhineland noble family). That title stood for the highest craftsmanship, excellent glass quality, and fine mechanics, which is why his pieces remain popular with collectors to this day.
Antique pieces from his workshop are today popular collectibles in the category Vintage Optics and Handicrafts.
Typical antique products from Jacob Sachs
From historical workshops like that of Jacob Sachs, especially noble theater and sighting instruments have endured:
Opera glasses and theater glasses: These were usually made from noble materials such as mother-of-pearl, brass, aluminum, or leather.
Here the tubes and eyecups were wrapped with celluloid or bone—very beautiful workmanship and without cracks!
The characteristic fine lines (“Schreger lines”) in the material refer to genuine bone. Very nice cream color.
Minimal, barely perceptible indentation on one of the lower lenses—metal.
No mushroom infestation!
Clear vision.
Dimensions:
Height: 8
Width: 10
Depth: 4
all approximate measurements in cm
This beautiful specimen is sure to appeal to many collectors and enthusiasts.
Dear buyers!
All information has been provided to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I fundamentally strive for an exact and precise description.
My description is often based on historical research and thorough investigations!
If, contrary to expectations, an object does not meet your expectations, I politely request feedback.
A mutual solution can be found for everything!
With best regards
Fred
FROM A CURRENT OCCASION!
PLEASE ONLY BID IF YOU ARE ALSO WILLING TO PAY!
YOU ARE ONLY HURTING YOURSELF; OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES AND ALSO ME!
PLEASE FIND A MEANINGFUL HOBBY!
Please pay attention to correct address details!
And track your purchase via the provided tracking number.
If you are not present at delivery, please provide the carrier with a neighbor or an Access Point for delivery!
The costs for returns and re-shipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Please pay attention to correct address details!
And track your purchase via the provided tracking number.
If you are not present at delivery, please provide the carrier with a neighbor or an Access Point for delivery!
The costs for returns and re-shipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Shipping is performed individually, depending on the country, with
UPS-DHL-EXPRESS!
No shipping to war zones!!!
The costs also include packaging.
Double carton, bubble wrap, drainage and styrofoam, if required.
Recycled carton, for the sake of the environment
Additional tape labeling: Fragile glass!
To ensure break-proof shipping.
Additional transport insurance, against loss or damage!
Fast express shipping, for quick receipt.
Please consider this when placing a bid!
Thank you!
Details
Specific region of origin
Köln/Berlin
Style subtype
Victorian
Weight
0 g
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Jacob Sachs-Hof Optiker
Material
Gold-plated brass–celluloid–bone optical lenses
Country of origin
Germany
Style
Antique
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Magnification Factor
2,5
Height
8 cm
Width
10 cm
Type
Zoom binoculars
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Title additional information
Belle Époque–Historicism
