Six Pairs of Primarily French Opera Glass Frames, Width of widest 4 1/2 inches.

Two mosaic examples each having significant losses to one barrel. One lacking a screw to the bridge. Both with varying degrees of paint loss throughout. Both focus well with the focal wheel turning with ease. Example without screw having some yellowing and crystallization to interior of outer lenses. Silvered repousse example with wear to finish throughout. Focal wheel spins with ease, but does not adjust lenses, lacking screw. Mother of pearl veneered example lacking eyepieces and lenses. Outer lenses intact. Wear to metal mounts. Focal wheel spins but does not adjust focus. Red enameled and jeweled example appears to be intact with cracks of varying degrees to barrels and to enamel and no losses to jewels. Focal wheel spins with ease, but does not adjust lenses. Eye lenses lacking. Also lacking mother of pearl eyepiece. Paint loss to outer lense edges. Handled example lacking one lense and mother of pearl eyepiece. Handle extends and locks into place. Fairly dirty, even wear to finish throughout. Focal wheel spins but does not adjust lenses.

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.

Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.