KINSHASA - MUHAMMAD ALI

$1,050.00

A commanding silhouette for moments of composure and clarity, these limited-edition spectacles are named for the capital of Zaire (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), where Muhammad Ali fought in the legendary “Rumble in the Jungle.” Inspired by the glasses Muhammad wore during a 1968 press conference at UCLA, where he spoke with calm authority about the cultural climate of America, a moment of profound gravitas mirrored in the evocative presence of this masterfully crafted collectible.

DESCRIPTION

  • 7-BaRrel Block Hinges

  • 10mm Cured Cellulose Acetate

  • Inner-Exposed Custom Wirecores With Hairline-Engraved Art Deco Details

  • ·Double-Arrowhead Rivetheads

  • ·Armorlite 4-Base Lenses W/ Backside Anti-Reflective

SIZE:

Lens Length: 51 MM

Bridge:22 MM

Temple Length: 147 MM

Limited-edition spectacles are received in a signature monograph box set in black faux leather, which includes one of two custom eyewear cases handcrafted in Italy—our signature envelope case for the Kinshasa, or our monolith case for the Louisville—as well as an oversized cleaning cloth featuring a photographic print of Muhammad Ali during “The Thrilla in Manila,” and a letterpress authenticity card featuring collection notes and craftsman’s signature.

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A commanding silhouette for moments of composure and clarity, these limited-edition spectacles are named for the capital of Zaire (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), where Muhammad Ali fought in the legendary “Rumble in the Jungle.” Inspired by the glasses Muhammad wore during a 1968 press conference at UCLA, where he spoke with calm authority about the cultural climate of America, a moment of profound gravitas mirrored in the evocative presence of this masterfully crafted collectible.

DESCRIPTION

  • 7-BaRrel Block Hinges

  • 10mm Cured Cellulose Acetate

  • Inner-Exposed Custom Wirecores With Hairline-Engraved Art Deco Details

  • ·Double-Arrowhead Rivetheads

  • ·Armorlite 4-Base Lenses W/ Backside Anti-Reflective

SIZE:

Lens Length: 51 MM

Bridge:22 MM

Temple Length: 147 MM

Limited-edition spectacles are received in a signature monograph box set in black faux leather, which includes one of two custom eyewear cases handcrafted in Italy—our signature envelope case for the Kinshasa, or our monolith case for the Louisville—as well as an oversized cleaning cloth featuring a photographic print of Muhammad Ali during “The Thrilla in Manila,” and a letterpress authenticity card featuring collection notes and craftsman’s signature.