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Stunning Art Deco Silver & Guilloche Enamel Large Desk Magnifying Glass, London Circa 1930
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Stunning Art Deco Silver & Guilloche Enamel Large Desk Magnifying Glass, London Circa 1930

1920 - 1940
Sold 25 August 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Stunning Art Deco Silver & Guilloche Enamel Large Desk Magnifying Glass, London Circa 1930” found a buyer.

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

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Description

This beautiful large desk magnifying glass has a very decorative silver and powder blue guilloche enamel handle. The silver ferrule with a 7.5cm diameter steel mount inset with magnifying glass.

Hallmarks:

Partially hallmarked.

Lion passant.

London Assay mark.

Maker;'s marks indistinct.

Condition:

Very good.

Handle in excellent condition.

Glass with no surface scratching.

No loss to the enamel.

Dimensions:

Length 18cm / 7 inches.

Glass diameter: 7.5 cm / 3inches.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £9 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Guilloche Enamel Magnifying Glass to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1152462
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIL92
Description
This beautiful large desk magnifying glass has a very decorative silver and powder blue guilloche enamel handle. The silver ferrule with a 7.5cm diameter steel mount inset with magnifying glass.

Hallmarks:

fig 1. A vintage Art Deco magnifying glass featuring a pale blue guilloche enamel handle and a sterling silver frame.
fig 1. Stunning Art Deco Silver & Guilloche Enamel Large Desk Magnifying Glass, London Circa 1930

Partially hallmarked.

Lion passant.

London Assay mark.

Maker;'s marks indistinct.

Condition:

Very good.

Handle in excellent condition.

Glass with no surface scratching.

No loss to the enamel.

Dimensions:

Length 18cm / 7 inches.

fig 2. A vintage Art Deco magnifying glass featuring a pale blue guilloche enamel handle and a sterling silver frame.
fig 2. Stunning Art Deco Silver & Guilloche Enamel Large Desk Magnifying Glass, London Circa 1930

Glass diameter: 7.5 cm / 3inches.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £9 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Guilloche Enamel Magnifying Glass to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152462
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIL92
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A vintage Art Deco magnifying glass featuring a pale blue guilloche enamel handle and a sterling silver frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Stunning Art Deco Silver & Guilloche Enamel Large Desk Magnifying Glass, London Circa 1930

Archive II A vintage Art Deco magnifying glass featuring a pale blue guilloche enamel handle and a sterling silver frame. View II
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Archive IV A vintage Art Deco magnifying glass featuring a pale blue guilloche enamel handle and a sterling silver frame. View IV
Archive V A vintage Art Deco magnifying glass featuring a pale blue guilloche enamel handle and a sterling silver frame. View V
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
Location
Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 142
Items Sold 2,224
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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A vintage Art Deco magnifying glass featuring a pale blue guilloche enamel handle and a sterling silver frame.
STUNNING ART DECO SILVER & GUILLOCHE ENAMEL LARGE DESK MAGNIFYING GLASS, LONDON CIRCA 1930
Ref: SA1152462
A vintage Art Deco magnifying glass featuring a pale blue guilloche enamel handle and a sterling silver frame.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling silver, glass, vitreous enamel
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsGuilloche engine-turned pattern, Circular lens frame, Tapered handle
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Art Deco design, prominent during the 1920s and 1930s, is characterised by sleek geometric shapes, clean lines, and a synthesis of traditional craftsmanship with industrial modernity.

Guilloche enamel involves mechanical engraving of a precise pattern into a metal base, such as silver or gold, which is then covered with translucent vitreous enamel layers to reveal the intricate texture underneath.

Authentic pieces typically feature period-appropriate hallmarks indicating the assay office, metal purity, and makers mark, alongside hand-applied enamel work exhibiting minor age-related wear rather than modern synthetic resin.

Positioning functional decorative objects like magnifying glasses on top of stacked coffee table books, leather blotters, or wooden desks adds textural contrast, metallic sheen, and historical character to modern workspaces.

Preserve antique enamel by keeping it away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, avoiding abrasive cleaning agents, and gently dusting the surface with a soft, dry microfibre cloth.
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