Lot 010 - Pair of Antique Opera Glasses Binoculars with Damaged Coverings, Marchand, Paris, Working Condition

Lot 010 - Pair of Antique Opera Glasses Binoculars with Damaged Coverings, Marchand, Paris, Working ConditionA pair of antique opera glasses binoculars with brass and metal construction. Both pairs show significant loss of their original leatherette coverings, exposing the underlying barrel surfaces. Manufactured by Marchand, Paris. The central focus wheels remain operational on both pairs. Despite the deteriorated exterior coverings, both binoculars retain functionality. The metal components show age related patina and wear consistent with their age.

with the note that he may be found around shoe factories or small shops

Two large cracks run lengthwise through body of model

with foxing and toning throughout the interior pages

Additional wear is visible at the edges and corners

making the tile removable

Victor phonographs

Antique 1/6th plate ambrotype photograph depicting a young child standing beside a draped table

and other individuals connected to the harbor community

Bolt Court

though there is some water staining o the bottom left and top left corners

and debossed publisher’s square emblem on front cover

This set includes the inkwell stand with pen rest