Vintage 1950s French Cat Eye Sunglasses Two-Tone Blue Black Acetate Blue Lens

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About this item

A striking mid-century cat-eye sunglass in layered acetate: a pale sky-blue face outlined in black, sharp upswept corners each set with two small dot rivets, black temples and blue-grey lenses. French-made, unsigned.

Brand heritage

France - and especially the frame-making centre of Oyonnax - produced many of the finest acetate cat-eye frames of the 1950s, when the upswept shape became the defining look of the decade.

Why this one is special

• Genuine 1950s cat-eye shape
• Two-tone sky blue and black laminated acetate
• Riveted pointed corners
• Feminine, wearable size

Specifications

• Lens width: approx. 48 mm
• Bridge: approx. 15 mm
• Hinge to hinge: approx. 130 mm
• Temple length: approx. 135 mm
• Frame: blue and black acetate
• Lenses: blue-grey
• Era: 1950s, France

Condition

• Good vintage condition
• Light patina/oxidation on the metal hinge plates
• Please see all photos, they are part of the description

What's included

• The sunglasses only (no case or box)

Shipping & Returns

Free shipping with DHL from Cairo, Egypt.
30-day returns, buyer pays return shipping.

Ref: H671