Vintage pair of spectacles (glasses) mounted on a handle. The word is French lorgne which means “to take a sidelong look at”.
(Prescription Glasses)
This Art Deco pair is made of silver and is hinged at the nose piece, folding compactly to fit neatly into a pocket or reticule for easy access. They could also be fastened to a chain with a dog clip. Lovely Art Deco motifs embellish the handle, with Marcasite and cobalt blue enamel running throughout the pattern. Perfect for perusing a piece of correspondence, or to examine a rare bloom in one's hothouse, they give the wearer an attractive and quaint manner in which to magnify matters.
** slight damage on one lens, some wear and tear, clip broken