Pair Of Vintage Cased Opera Glasses, French, Brass, Binocular, Mid 20th Century

Our Stock # 18.9559

This is a pair of vintage cased opera glasses. A French, brass and Mother of Pearl Galilean binocular, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.

Charming optical set, ideal for the theatre or event
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Quality gilt brass frame with minimal tarnishing
Hand grips accentuated with striking faceted Mother of Pearl

Clear, bright objectives offer a useful optical image
Focus can be adjusted with a knurled crown wheel to centre
Offering a 2cm (0.75'') focal adjustment range
Eye cups with Bakelite rings, dressed with Mother of Pearl fascia

Etched to the eye-cup, the maker's mark for Le Maire et Paris
Presented in a velvet-lined carry case with small brass clasp
Case lid bears the retailer's mark for Millard & Son, London

This is an appealing pair of vintage opera glasses, with a superb decorative appearance. Delivered polished and ready for an event or display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 11cm (4.25'')
Min Depth: 7cm (2.75'')
Max Depth: 9cm (3.5'')
Max Height: 5cm (2'')

Case Width: 12.5cm (5'')
Case Depth: 6.5cm (2.5'')
Case Height: 9cm (3.5'')

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Our Ref: 18.9559