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Fine Collection of Parasol Handles & Magnifying Glasses

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Antique Art Nouveau Parasol Gilt Metal Mother of Pearl: Antique Art Nouveau Parasol Gilt Metal Mother of Pearl Handled Magnifying Glass. This is a beautiful Art Nouveau handled magnifying glass in excellent condition. The handle is more than 100 years old.

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Fine Collection of Parasol Handles & Magnifying Glasses

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Description

Including 7 complete magnifying glasses with ornate parasol handles including mother of pearl, sterling and other wraps, as well as 6 more handles, including an early Mickey Mouse, and finally 14 looking glasses or more modern magnifying glasses which could be interchangeable with the handles. Longest lg. 16.75".

From the collection of Ann M. Meranus, Cincinnati, OH. Ann was a lifelong philanthropist, civil servant, and supporter of artists.

Condition

Many only partial.

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Fine Collection of Parasol Handles & Magnifying Glasses

Name: Fine Collection of Parasol Handles & Magnifying Glasses
SKU: 173715884
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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