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Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Silver lorgnette fitted with spring mechanism in handle from which unfolds the collapsible eyeglasses. The handle is enriched with black champleve enamel panels with fan shaped cut-outs on one side, suspension loop at the other. Fitted in a rust colored leather case.

Made from:
Metal -- enamel -- leather -- silver
Made in:
USA
Date made:
ca. 1930
Size:
14 cm (5 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
12.622
Class:
SILVER
Signature marks:
STAMP Sterling K
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973