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A Fine Pair Golden Guilloche Enamel and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses C.1910
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A Fine Pair Golden Guilloche Enamel and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses C.1910

1900 - 1920
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Description

Pretty as a picture and in outstanding condition, this lovely pair of early twentieth century opera glasses come complete with their original case (wear commensurate with age).

The eye pieces and focusing wheel are made from carved and polished Mother of Pearl. They are decorated with the most lovely colour of golden yellow guilloche enamel with a good glossy patina showcasing the engine turned decoration below.

Excellent condition measuring 3 3/4" x 1 1/4"; 1 5/8" expanding to 2 1/8". The case measures 4" x 1 1/4" x 2 1/2".

Item ID: 40550

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Physical Dimensions
Height
4.1cm (1.61")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
3.2cm (1.26")
Declaration

Puckerings has dated these Guilloche Enamel Opera Glasses to the 1910s.

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SA973253
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40550
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Description
Pretty as a picture and in outstanding condition, this lovely pair of early twentieth century opera glasses come complete with their original case (wear commensurate with age).

The eye pieces and focusing wheel are made from carved and polished Mother of Pearl.

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They are decorated with the most lovely colour of golden yellow guilloche enamel with a good glossy patina showcasing the engine turned decoration below.
Puckerings

Excellent condition measuring 3 3/4" x 1 1/4"; 1 5/8" expanding to 2 1/8". The case measures 4" x 1 1/4" x 2 1/2".

Item ID: 40550

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England

Height
4.1cm (1.61")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
3.2cm (1.26")
Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated these Guilloche Enamel Opera Glasses to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA973253
Dealers Internal Ref
40550
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A pair of Edwardian golden guilloche enamel opera glasses with mother-of-pearl eye cups set in front of a grey leather pouch.
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Archive I A pair of Edwardian golden guilloche enamel opera glasses with mother-of-pearl eye cups set in front of a grey leather pouch.

A Fine Pair Golden Guilloche Enamel and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses c.1910

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A pair of Edwardian golden guilloche enamel opera glasses with mother-of-pearl eye cups set in front of a grey leather pouch.
A Fine Pair Golden Guilloche Enamel and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses c.1910
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A pair of Edwardian golden guilloche enamel opera glasses with mother-of-pearl eye cups set in front of a grey leather pouch.
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Guilloche enamel opera glasses became prominent during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, serving as refined theatre accessories. Craftspeople applied translucent enamel over mechanically engraved metal patterns to create a radiant, reflective surface.

High-grade brass or gilded metal formed the framework, while barrels were frequently finished with guilloche enamel, mother-of-pearl, or polished horn. Optical lenses were ground from optical glass, and focus wheels were routinely carved from mother-of-pearl or bone.

Authentic pieces feature precision-turned metalwork, smooth central wheel focusing mechanisms, and genuine engine-turned guilloche engraving visible beneath the enamel. Maker marks, origin stamps such as France or Paris, and smooth mother-of-pearl eye cups further confirm authenticity.

Display these optical instruments on top of stacked books, inside a glass curio cabinet, or alongside brass accessories on a bookshelf. They function well as subtle decorative accents on sideboards or executive desks.

Dust the exterior gently with a dry microfibre cloth and clean the glass lenses using a soft optical lens cleaner. Store the item away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature changes, and moisture to prevent enamel chipping and metal tarnish.
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