Slide Show of Contemporary People Wearing Optical Antiques

Robert Holz of Boppard / Mittelrhein, Germany, spectacles peddler extraordinaire, modern day optometrist and optician, who travels throughout Germany with his reproductions of historic spectacle frames.

Peter van der Aart, carpenter and fine woodcarver from Bodegraven, Netherlands, wearing replica antique eyeglasses he himself creates

“Halloween”, featuring Alex Lowy and Marjorie Amon, copyright 2006 Alex Lowy Photography

Hansjörg Schmidt of Bruchsal, Germany (a name from the middle ages which means “the place of a Salt mine”) fashioning a style of nose spectacles he creates for others to enjoy.

Michael dressed as a spectacles peddler, eyeglasses made by Hansborg Schmidt of Bruchsal, Germany (This name is from the middle ages and means “the place of a Salt mine”)

People seem to enjoy wearing either original antique eyeglasses or replicas of some of the earliest styles available. Since eyewear has been in use for over 700 years, people all over the world are beginning to appreciate the fascinating history of the optical lens. Collectors and re-enactors are occasionally seen fashioning their optical eyewear. This can be fun and brings joy to both the wearer and others who can observe the unusual styles which are represented.

Below is an interesting slideshow of images which has been fun to assemble over the past several years. We appreciate all those individuals who have allowed their personal photos to be included. Wearing optical antiques can be quite enjoyable. If you agree and have any personal photos you wish to share kindly attach an image and email me drdavid@antiquespectacles.com.

(Move your mouse over any of the pictures below to see a larger image.)