Antique Pince-nez Glasses On Stand

A lovely set of Pince-nez glasses. Made from steel with a cork nose band, these Pince-nez glasses have been set on two brass stands to display these early spectacles. C1890

Pince-nez is a style of glasses, popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, that are supported without earpieces, by pinching the bridge of the nose. The name comes from French pincer, “to pinch”, and nez, “nose”.

Although pince-nez were used in Europe since the late 14th century, modern ones appeared in the 1840s and reached their peak popularity around 1880 to 1900. Because they did not always stay on the nose when placed, and because of the stigma sometimes attached to the constant wearing of eyeglasses, pince-nez were often connected to the wearer’s clothing or ear via a suspension chain, cord, or ribbon so that they could be easily removed and not lost.

A lovely set of early Pince-nez glasses, they remain in original condition, these would make a great addition to any collector or as a display piece.

Dimensions: H: 18cm W: 14cm D: 5cm