Binoculars - 1850-1900 - Crosti-Llarghi
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Two antique theatre binoculars in metal with textured brown leather covers, dating to 1850–1900, 7.5 cm high and 9.5 cm wide, functional and in good condition with a central focus wheel and black eyepieces, accompanying an original rigid leather case with purple lining and a gold inscription referencing a Bordeaux address and the maker Crosti-Llarghi.
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Antique theater binoculars made of metal and leather with original case – Bordeaux
Elegant antique theater binoculars, accompanied by their original genuine leather case.
The binoculars feature a metal frame with an antique patina, barrels covered in textured brown leather and attractive decorative details. They are equipped with a central focusing knob and black eyepieces.
The original rigid case is made of dark brown embossed leather. It has a purple interior lining and a gold inscription mentioning a street address on Rue Sainte-Catherine in Bordeaux as well as an engineer-optician-maker.
Condition: the binoculars are functional. They show signs of use and a patina consistent with their age. The leather of the case and the interior lining also show wear marks; see the photos, they are part of the description.
A beautiful antique collection for collectors of theater binoculars, optical instruments, and curiosities.
Antique theater binoculars made of metal and leather with original case – Bordeaux
Elegant antique theater binoculars, accompanied by their original genuine leather case.
The binoculars feature a metal frame with an antique patina, barrels covered in textured brown leather and attractive decorative details. They are equipped with a central focusing knob and black eyepieces.
The original rigid case is made of dark brown embossed leather. It has a purple interior lining and a gold inscription mentioning a street address on Rue Sainte-Catherine in Bordeaux as well as an engineer-optician-maker.
Condition: the binoculars are functional. They show signs of use and a patina consistent with their age. The leather of the case and the interior lining also show wear marks; see the photos, they are part of the description.
A beautiful antique collection for collectors of theater binoculars, optical instruments, and curiosities.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
2
Manufacturer/brand
Crosti-Llarghi
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
7.5 cm
Width
9.5 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
