Search 0
5,801  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 0 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
LATEST STOCK
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Items per page
ID #SA1077363
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Lemaire, Paris C.1910
Sold by Puckerings
sold SA1077363
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
Puckerings

Puckerings

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jul 2009
Browse dealers 401 items
  • About Us
    A quality online collection of antiques and fine vintage collectables
Id #SA1077363
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Lemaire, Paris C.1910

1900 - 1920
Sold by Puckerings
Sold 16 July 2025 · Puckerings
This “Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Lemaire, Paris C.1910” found a buyer.

It was listed by Puckerings. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

See more optical instruments for sale Ask the dealer for something similar
Description

A very fine pair of Edwardian opera glasses made from Mother of Pearl and the polished brass; made by the creme de la creme of makers, LeMaire of Paris.

Both Mother of Pearl eye pieces are engraved and inked with the signature of this eminent maker together with the famous Napoleonic bee trade mark. The underside of the frame is also engraved "Made In France".

This pair comes with a (new) velvet pouch.

Excellent working order; fine quality and condition, dating to c.1910. Closed, they measure 3 3/4" x 1 5/8" x 2 1/4".

Item: 44082A

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated these Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.7cm (2.24")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
4.1cm (1.61")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1077363
Dealers Internal Reference
44082A
Description
A very fine pair of Edwardian opera glasses made from Mother of Pearl and the polished brass; made by the creme de la creme of makers, LeMaire of Paris.
“
Both Mother of Pearl eye pieces are engraved and inked with the signature of this eminent maker together with the famous Napoleonic bee trade mark.
Puckerings

The underside of the frame is also engraved "Made In France".

fig 1. An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch.
fig 1. Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Lemaire, Paris C.1910

This pair comes with a (new) velvet pouch.

Excellent working order; fine quality and condition, dating to c.1910. Closed, they measure 3 3/4" x 1 5/8" x 2 1/4".

Item: 44082A

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated these Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses to the 1910s.

Height
5.7cm (2.24")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
4.1cm (1.61")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1077363
Dealers Internal Ref
44082A
Puckerings
Puckerings
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2009

A quality online collection of antiques and fine vintage collectables

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Puckerings Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 11
Archive I An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Lemaire, Paris C.1910

Archive II An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View II
Archive III An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View III
Archive IV An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View IV
Archive V An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View V
Archive VI An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View VI
Archive VII An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View VII
Archive VIII An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View VIII
Archive IX An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View IX
Archive X An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View X
Archive XI An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch. View XI
Enlarged Archival View
Puckerings

Puckerings
Telephone 07853 189 922
Location
London
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/puckerings
Verified Since Jul 2009
Items For Sale 401
Items Sold 7,622
Puckerings
Puckerings
Verified Since Jul 2009
View Dealer Info
Location: London, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/puckerings
Verified
Jul 2009
For Sale
401
Sold
7,622
An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch.
Fine Pair Antique Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by LeMaire, Paris c.1910
Ref: SA1077363
An angled view of vintage mother of pearl opera glasses with brass fittings resting on a blue velvet pouch.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectOptical Instruments
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMother of Pearl, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWhite and Gold
  • MotifsMother of pearl barrel panels, Central focus wheel, Inscribed eye-pieces
  • SizeH 5.7 cm (2 in) x W 9.5 cm (4 in) x D 4.1 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Opera glasses emerged in the 18th century as compact Galilean binoculars designed for theatre-goers to enhance stage visibility, becoming particularly ornate and popular during the Victorian and Edwardian periods.

They were typically constructed with a brass or gilt metal frame, featuring barrel inlays of mother of pearl, enamel, tortoiseshell, or leather, alongside glass lenses.

Authenticity is generally determined by maker marks inscribed on the eye-pieces or focus wheel, the weight of the brass, genuine iridescent nacre panels, and period-appropriate mechanical construction.

They can be displayed on a mantelpiece, styled inside a glass-fronted cabinet, or placed on a stack of coffee table books as a decorative curiosity.

Keep them in a dry environment away from direct sunlight, clean brass gently with a soft microfibre cloth without harsh chemicals, and handle the mother of pearl panels with care to prevent cracking.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories