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opera glasses handle
OPERA GLASSES AND SPYGLASSES
opera glasses handle
ivory; metal
overall: 226 x 27 mm

Handle for an optical device, probably opera glasses. Ivory barrel with carved Chinese figure decoration also featuring blank shields and scroll patterns. Openwork at base of handle revealing large carved figure with raised arm. Shiny metal top end.


1999.2190

BOA Purchase, 1937



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