Estimated 1950s-1960s Vintage
Tart Optical Eyeglass Frames
Brand: TART OPTICAL
Model: ARNEL
Color: AMBER
Size: 40/20 (SMALL)
Condition: DEADSTOCK
MADE IN USA
<Size Details>
Width 124mm, Height 39mm
Temple length 5 1/2 (143mm)
Lens width 40mm / Lens height 32mm
Bridge width 20mm
The Arnel, the immortal masterpiece
by Tart, worn by James Dean
and now by Johnny Depp.
An icon of vintage eyewear that has
attained "Holy Grail" status.
Enjoy the horn-rimmed shape with its prominent sides
crafted through hand-polishing techniques impossible to replicate today,
as well as the beautiful tortoiseshell color
unique to vintage material.
This is the OG, the genuine article from the era.
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A miraculous deadstock find in perfect condition.
An exceptionally pristine piece you can cherish for years to come.
Includes the original paper sleeve with the NY address.
A true Tart frame that you can feel the moment you hold it;
it possesses a quality and allure that copies and replicas
flooding the market simply cannot provide.
