Description: A pair of metal opera glasses with maroon enamel. Made by Lupinis, Japan. "ACHROMATIC 3X", stamped on center of frame.


History: Opera glasses, also known as theater binoculars or Galilean binoculars, are compact, low-power optical magnification devices, usually used at performance events, whose name is derived from traditional use at opera performances. Magnification power below 5x— is usually desired in these circumstances in order to minimize image shake and maintain a large enough field of view. A magnification of 3x is normally recommended. The design of many modern opera glasses of the ornamental variety is based on the popular lorgnettes of the 19th century.

Provenance: FL Estate


Dimensions: Weight (Pounds & Ounces) = 0.5 | Height(in) = 2 | Width(in) = 4 | Depth(in) = 1.5

Size of Artwork(in): 2 x 4 x 1.5"


Artist Name: Lupinis, Japan


Medium: Metal, enamel.


Circa: Circa 1950

Good working condition. Clear lenses. One small chip of paint missing on rim of left field lens.