Pair of brown plastic spectacle frames with gold trim, design name Evrard, by Frame France, 1970-1980
These plastic spectacle frames were fashionable in the 1970s. Plastic frames were introduced after the Second World War and were cheap to manufacture. These spectacles were made by a company called Frame France. This design was named ‘Evrard.’ They were probably worn by a fashion-conscious woman. Spectacles are still a fashion accessory. A wide range of designs are available from major designers and fashion houses.
Details
- Category:
- Ophthalmology
- Object Number:
- 1988-947
- Materials:
- plastic
- Measurements:
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overall (folded): 50 mm x 135 mm x 60 mm, .02kg
overall (unfolded): 50 mm x 135 mm x 130 mm,
lens: 35 mm,
- type:
- spectacles
- credit:
- Muth, E.P. (Broad St.)