English, mid/late 18th Century, steel, the circular lenses with horn inserts (one crack), C-bridge and short temples terminating with ring ends (rusting evident on frames)
Provenance: from the estate of Wilf Lunn (1942–2023)who was a British inventor, Collector of all things curious and unusual, prop maker, and television presenter, best known for his work on children's TV shows such as Vision On and Jigsaw. Born in Rastrick, West Yorkshire, Lunn was raised by deaf parents and later taught lip-reading. His creative flair for quirky inventions and novelty bicycles earned him a devoted following. Lunn's eccentric persona made him a beloved figure on British TV in the 1960s and 1970s. In addition to his TV career, he authored several books and showcased his inventive spirit through stage shows. He passed away in December 2023.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilf_Lunn
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0526767/
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2023/12/20/wilf-lunn-madcap-inventor-tricycles-vision-on-deaf/
Sold for £288
Result plus buyers premium
English, mid/late 18th Century, steel, the circular lenses with horn inserts (one crack), C-bridge and short temples terminating with ring ends (rusting evident on frames)
Provenance: from the estate of Wilf Lunn (1942–2023)who was a British inventor, Collector of all things curious and unusual, prop maker, and television presenter, best known for his work on children's TV shows such as Vision On and Jigsaw. Born in Rastrick, West Yorkshire, Lunn was raised by deaf parents and later taught lip-reading. His creative flair for quirky inventions and novelty bicycles earned him a devoted following. Lunn's eccentric persona made him a beloved figure on British TV in the 1960s and 1970s. In addition to his TV career, he authored several books and showcased his inventive spirit through stage shows. He passed away in December 2023.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilf_Lunn
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0526767/
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2023/12/20/wilf-lunn-madcap-inventor-tricycles-vision-on-deaf/
Auction: The Fine Collectors Sale, 9th Oct, 2024
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