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Beethoven’s lorgnette

Beethoven’s lorgnette, first quarter of the nineteenth century. With an engraved silver name plate (”L.v.B.”) and note of provenance, c. 9.5 cms opened, the tortoiseshell handle with release catch, sprung frame hinged at center, rectangular eye, complete with susp
Item Information
Material Type
Household object
Record Number
Ho1
Auction Information
Auction House
Sotheby's (London)
Lot Number
289
Bibliographical Reference
Notes auction index 1996-2005
Date of Sale
5/15/1996
Pricing Information
Treasures Tracking
Object
Estimate Price
1,000-1,200 GBP