Antique Lemaire Brass & Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses Handle

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From the estate of Erik Thorbecke, descendant from Johan Rudolph Thorbecke. Beautiful working pair of Lemaire brass and mother of pearl adjustable handled opera glasses. Lenses are a touch cloudy / in need of cleaning.

Case measures 6" x 5" x 3.75. Please see photos for details.

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Antique Lemaire Brass & Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses Handle

Lot 3090

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