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An American pair of gold Art Nouveau lorgnettes,
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An American pair of gold Art Nouveau lorgnettes,
the case modelled as an iris with the interwoven leaves forming the handle, the reverse engraved with a monogram, with sprung hinged lenses. See plate 1
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis
Lot Essay
This form of lorgnette dated circa 1900 is illustrated in Art Nouveau Jewellery by Vivienne Becker, plate 298.