1980s Altair Eyewear Sunglasses | Archive 0155
$4.17 per wear · worn 30 times
The more you wear it, the lower it gets.
- Ships to the US
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Details
An original 1980s Altair Eyewear frame from Italy, distinguished by its gold-toned metal aviator construction and newly fitted dark green lenses. The frame is preserved in excellent vintage condition, with the original structure retained and the lenses refined with UV protection. Frame Model: 220 (G/Tortoise) Decade: 1980s Country of Origin: Italy Lenses: New Dark Green Lenses with UV Protection Condition: Excellent Vintage. Minimal signs of age consistent with storage. Measurements: 58-16-140 Historical Context Altair is a vintage eyewear label associated with the broader European optical industry of the late 20th century. Frames carrying the Altair name are particularly interesting for their distinctly period-specific approach to design, reflecting the experimentation in proportion, color, and material that characterized eyewear from the 1970s through the 1990s. Rather than being defined by a single designer or fashion house, Altair represents the world of specialized optical labels and manufacturers that helped shape everyday eyewear during this period. Its vintage frames often prioritize strong silhouettes, sculptural acetate, and distinctive color combinations—demonstrating how eyewear increasingly became an expression of personal style rather than simply a functional necessity. Includes an AZYR Specs case and microfiber cleaning cloth.
