Claudia Carlotti MOD 20 CS 79-VINTAGE 70s France-Oversized Sunglasses

Claudia Carlotti MOD 20 CS 79 Deadstock 70s France Sunglasses

Hand Made in France

Deadstock – Unworn – All Original

This is authentic late-1970s French fashion eyewear at its peak.

A sculpted oversized silhouette with bold architectural lines, layered gold trim around the lenses, and signature temple inlays — this is not subtle eyewear. This is statement eyewear.

Marked inside temple

• MOD. 20 CS 79
• Hand Made in France

The detailing tells the story:

• Deep teal marbled acetate

• Gold inlay lens framing

• Swarovski-style crystal accent panel at hinge

• Gold CC monogram hardware

• Original gradient lenses with Carlotti marking

• Heavy luxury French acetate construction

This is the era when French houses were competing on drama, glamour, and build quality — and it shows. 

Era & Design Relevance 

The exaggerated square shape, crystal insets, and layered metal accents place this firmly in the late 70s / early 80s glamour era — when eyewear was jewelry.

Think:

• Studio 54.
• French Riviera.
• Runway excess.
• High-society leisure.

This is fashion-forward, collectible, and increasingly rare in true unworn condition. 

Condition

• Deadstock.
• Unworn.
• All original lenses and hardware.
• No signs of wear.
• No modifications.
• Original Carlotti lenses intact.

The pictures tell the story.

Measurements 

Lens Width: ~58mm

Bridge: ~ 18mm

Temple Length: ~135mm

Frame Width: Oversized silhouette

Authenticity

100% Authentic.

This piece has been inspected and authenticated by

Second Chance Authenticators (SCA) — our in-house authentication and grading division.

Authentication includes:

• Era verification

• Hardware inspection

• Construction analysis

• Marking validation

Second Chance Authenticators does not sell eyewear.  it verifies it.

Buyers receive ongoing support from our authentication team.

Rarity & Market

Claudia Carlotti pieces surface occasionally — but unworn, complete, original lens examples are becoming difficult to find.

Most examples you’ll see:

• Re-lensed

• Worn

• Modified

• Missing embellishments

This one is intact.

That matters.

Given:

• Deadstock condition

• French manufacture

• Original lenses

• Decorative crystal & gold inlay

• True late 70s era

Closing

True French fashion history.

Unworn.

Unapologetic.

Architectural.

If the original case is not provided, YOUR CHOICE OF 4 soft, sleek, secure cases will be provided (pictured)

The pictures tell the story.

NO STOCK PHOTOS USED

We do our best to provide white-glove service.

Please feel free to ask us any questions. We strive to provide exceptional service and ensure your satisfaction.

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