Early 20th Century French Sportiere Mother-of-Pearl Opera Glasses, Paris

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Description

A beautifully detailed pair of antique French opera glasses by Sportiere, featuring luminous mother-of-pearl panels set within a silver and … Read more A beautifully detailed pair of antique French opera glasses by Sportiere, featuring luminous mother-of-pearl panels set within a silver and brass-tone metal frame. Marked Sportiere – Paris, these binoculars date to the late 19th–early 20th century and exemplify classic Belle Époque elegance.

The iridescent mother-of-pearl catches the light beautifully, making this piece especially striking as a decorative accent—perfect for styling on a bookshelf, vanity, or curated vignette. While the central focusing mechanism turns, the optics do not fully adjust and the piece is best suited for decorative display rather than functional use.

A refined collectible with timeless French character, ideal for grandmillennial, romantic, or European-inspired interiors.

Details
Maker: Sportiere
Origin: Paris, France
Era: Late 19th–early 20th century
Materials: Mother of pearl, silver and brass-tone metal, glass
Functionality: Mechanism turns but optics are not fully functional (decorative use recommended)
Dimensions (approximate): 3.5" wide x 2" deep x 1.25" tall

Condition
Good condition with age-appropriate wear. Surface patina and minor wear to metal consistent with age. Mechanism turns but does not fully operate; lenses are present. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. See less