A Telescope on Stand by Messer of London

Name: A Telescope on Stand by Messer of London
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA498797
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by The Antique Partnership

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

Sellingantiques Reference

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.