Face-à-main brisée

Face-à-main brisée - (Scientific Instruments, Optical) Hinged Lorgnette Eyeglasses were invented in France. The French optician M. Lepage produced the first ‘Hinged Lorgnette’ in 1818 and called it ‘face-à-main brisée. Also called Lorgnette.

Silver Face-à-main brisée with Tortoise Shell Case

Gold Face-à-main brisée with Tortoise Shell Case

Platinum Silver Face-à-main brisée with Jewel Encrusted Pendent Handle

All Tortoise Shell Face-à-main brisée

Art Nouveau Face-à-main brisée in Platinum