Vintage 1930s foldable lorgnette pendant glasses with marcasite
A beautiful pair of Art Deco-Era lorgnette glasses with octagonal lenses. A lorgnette is a pair of spectacles - usually expandable - that are held by a handle up to the eyes, rather than with ear wires. They were worn on long "lorgnette chains" and most popular around the turn of the century. The name comes from the French verb "lorgner," which means "to squint." Hopefully, less squinting at the opera/ballet would be required with a pair of these!
This piece is likely Continental Silver (835/1000) with a marcasite-encrusted face with a faux sapphire cabochon center. The verso is engraved. A little tab releases the spectacles from their tucked position between the walls of the pendant. Easy to unfold and fold away again. A wonderful statement and conversation piece! Shown here with a Victorian fancy-link chain, completely hand engraved (each of the 16 links are unique!) with a push clasp. Available with or without the chain.
Measurements: 2" x 1" x 3/8" lozenge-shaped pendant, 19" chain. Pendant 21.5 grams, chain 53.8 grams.
Era: 1930s
Markings: N/A, attributed to Germany
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