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A Telescope on Stand by Messer of London
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A Telescope on Stand by Messer of London

19th century
Sold 9 January 2018 · The Antique Partnership
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Description

A single drawer brass and mahogany night and day telescope signed Messer london. Probably dating from 1850 or earlier (no intials prior to Messer may indicate the father of the family who were prolific instrument makers). The mahogany cylinder has no cracks and the brass tube pulls out evenly and firmly.The lenses appear intact and with no visible cracks. The lens slides work correctly and the day and night cap is present.

The stand is associated and un marked , it is delicate but functions well. The legs fold down correctly with no faults.

90 cms fully extended. 52 cms closed

6.5 cm diameter tube

104 cms high on stand with telescope horizontal.

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
90cm (35.43")
Declaration

The Antique Partnership has dated this piece to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA498797
Dealers Internal Reference
21034
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Description
A single drawer brass and mahogany night and day telescope signed Messer london.
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Probably dating from 1850 or earlier (no intials prior to Messer may indicate the father of the family who were prolific instrument makers).
The Antique Partnership

The mahogany cylinder has no cracks and the brass tube pulls out evenly and firmly.The lenses appear intact and with no visible cracks. The lens slides work correctly and the day and night cap is present.

fig 1. A telescope on stand by Messer of London
fig 1. A Telescope on Stand by Messer of London

The stand is associated and un marked , it is delicate but functions well. The legs fold down correctly with no faults.

90 cms fully extended. 52 cms closed

6.5 cm diameter tube

104 cms high on stand with telescope horizontal.

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
90cm (35.43")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this piece to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA498797
Dealers Internal Ref
21034
The Antique Partnership
The Antique Partnership
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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A telescope on stand by Messer of London
A telescope on stand by Messer of London
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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 90 cm (35 in)
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