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Folding eyeglasses in two parts (glasses and case)

Late 19th to early 20th century
Object PlaceBoston, Massachusetts
Medium/TechniqueSteel and glass glasses. Leather case.
DimensionsHeight x width: 2 x 3 1/2 in. (5.1 x 8.9 cm)
Credit LineGift of John and Judith Avery
Accession number2006.1425.1-2
On View
Not on view
ClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceInherited from the donor's family; Gift to MFA September 20, 2006.
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