Stunning Lemaire FABT mother of pearl opera or theater glasses. The frame is brass, creamy golden mother of pearl with order pale pink-coral overtone coverage the barrels and eye pieces. The MOP positively glows in the light.
The glasses are in fabulous shape; the mother of pearl is intact, no cracks or repairs just a few minor scuffs and a bit of very slight wear from use. The focus wheel moves, it is tight due to the screw but does move freely and the lenses focus. There is intermittent dust within the lenses, it does not impede usage and the new owner may opt for a cleaning. The brass frame is in really great shape compared to other sets, it only has minimal patina/oxidation and can be cleaned further if desired. The glasses bear the Lemaire mark on the eyepieces; there is the Lemaire BEE mark on the frame - refer to the photos. We believe this is the original case, it shows signs of wear and while it still houses the glasses nicely but we do wish to note that is has seen lots of use and love.
Keep in mind that opera glasses of this age/style/era focus lengthwise and the center frame does not flex in/out like modern binoculars. Consider the frame size when you purchase glasses.
Approx.:
Barrels 3" long fully extended; 2.125" long retracted
Frames 3.5" wide at larger end / 3.25" wide at small end/eyepieces
Product code: Antique Lemaire FABT Opera Glasses - order Mother of Pearl