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Pair of Antique Opera Glasses, English, Leather, Brass, Binoculars, Ross London
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Pair of Antique Opera Glasses, English, Leather, Brass, Binoculars, Ross London

1900 - 1920
Description

This is a pair of antique opera glasses. An English, leather and brass binocular by Ross of London, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

A charming and original example of British optical craftsmanship

Presented in original order, for authentic display appeal

Crafted in brass with a tactile leather covering, showing gentle age-related wear

Offering tactile mechanical delight with vernier focus motion

Sliding sun covers protect the aged, primary objective lenses

Eye cup bezels engraved 'Ross – London'

Presented in an original tan leather carry case, with the Ross name to the inner lid

Charmingly aged, this pair of antique opera glasses offer authentic period charm. Ideal for display in a study, library, or collector’s cabinet.

Dimensions:

Case Width: 14cm (5.5'')

Case Depth: 7.5cm (3'')

Case Height: 10.5cm (4.25'')

Closed Length: 9cm (3.5'')

Fully Drawn: 12cm (4.75'')

Primary Lens Diameter: 47mm (1.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Leather Field Glasses to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153127
Dealers Internal Reference
25441
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This is a pair of antique opera glasses.
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An English, leather and brass binocular by Ross of London, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
London Fine Antiques

A charming and original example of British optical craftsmanship

fig 1. A pair of antique brass and leather field glasses displayed alongside their original stitched tan leather carrying case.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Opera Glasses, English, Leather, Brass, Binoculars, Ross London

Presented in original order, for authentic display appeal

Crafted in brass with a tactile leather covering, showing gentle age-related wear

Offering tactile mechanical delight with vernier focus motion

Sliding sun covers protect the aged, primary objective lenses

fig 2. A pair of antique brass and leather field glasses displayed alongside their original stitched tan leather carrying case.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Opera Glasses, English, Leather, Brass, Binoculars, Ross London

Eye cup bezels engraved 'Ross – London'

Presented in an original tan leather carry case, with the Ross name to the inner lid

Charmingly aged, this pair of antique opera glasses offer authentic period charm. Ideal for display in a study, library, or collector’s cabinet.

Dimensions:

Case Width: 14cm (5.5'')

Case Depth: 7.5cm (3'')

Case Height: 10.5cm (4.25'')

Closed Length: 9cm (3.5'')

Fully Drawn: 12cm (4.75'')

Primary Lens Diameter: 47mm (1.75'')

Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Leather Field Glasses to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1153127
Dealers Internal Ref
25441
London Fine Antiques
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A pair of antique brass and leather field glasses displayed alongside their original stitched tan leather carrying case.
Pair of Antique Opera Glasses, English, Leather, Brass, Binoculars, Ross London
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A pair of antique brass and leather field glasses displayed alongside their original stitched tan leather carrying case.
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FAQs

Originally popularised during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, opera glasses and field glasses were compact optical instruments designed for enhanced viewing at theatrical performances or outdoors.

Manufacturers primarily constructed these instruments using brass or bronze bodies, fitted glass lenses, and wrapped casings made of leather, lacquered enamel, or mother-of-pearl.

Authentic historical pieces usually feature makers engravings near the eyepieces, soldered brass framework, optical glass with hand-finished edges, and period-appropriate leather casing or cases.

These decorative objects function effectively as vignette accents on bookshelf arrangements, executive desk setups, or sideboards alongside leather-bound books and brass accessories.

Clean the metal housing with a soft microfibre cloth, gently condition the external leather with specialist hide balm, and keep the glass lenses clear of abrasive cleaners.
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