The Opera Seconds is, I believe, a discontinued model. It's basically a visual knock-off of the Sonus Faber Cremona and a nice sounding speaker - a pretty good value, too, at $2K/pair. The Venere is IMHO a more striking design, but that's just my taste and you and your bride might prefer this one:
http://www.upscaleaudio.com/Specials/Loudspeakers/
Be sure to click on the photo for a larger view and a better sense of the looks.
http://www.upscaleaudio.com/Specials/Loudspeakers/
Be sure to click on the photo for a larger view and a better sense of the looks.