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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War
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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War

18th century
Sold 4 February 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial spotter's refractor in leather case, dating to the Great War period, circa 1915.

Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky

An attractive telescope with quality leather protective case

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Rich tan coloured leather dresses the primary barrel and sun shade

Of 3 draw type, opening with a reassured action to each tube

Clear, bright objective lens with a diameter of 48mm (2")

Quality, matching leather dust cup present for the objective and eyepiece

The eyepiece finished with concentric ring turning

Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass Captains Stand for display

Engraved to the rear barrel 'The 22/100 Spotter - J.H. Steward Ltd, London

The Spotter was often used in the Great War by sniper's to spot targets

Further engraved with Made in England

This is a fine antique telescope, dressed within a superb leather case and graced with beautifully polished brightwork. As good to use today as it was over a hundred years ago. Delivered ready for use or display.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 27cm (10.75'')

Fully Drawn: 72cm (28.25'')

Objective Diameter: 4.8cm (2'')

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Our Ref: 18.9872

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Telescope to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
4.8cm (1.89")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1045870
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9872
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Description
This is an antique 3-draw telescope.
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An English, brass terrestrial spotter's refractor in leather case, dating to the Great War period, circa 1915.
London Fine Antiques

Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky

fig 1. An antique three-draw brass telescope encased in brown leather, mounted horizontally on a wooden display base.
fig 1. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War

An attractive telescope with quality leather protective case

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Rich tan coloured leather dresses the primary barrel and sun shade

Of 3 draw type, opening with a reassured action to each tube

fig 2. An antique three-draw brass telescope encased in brown leather, mounted horizontally on a wooden display base.
fig 2. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War

Clear, bright objective lens with a diameter of 48mm (2")

Quality, matching leather dust cup present for the objective and eyepiece

The eyepiece finished with concentric ring turning

Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass Captains Stand for display

fig 3. An antique three-draw brass telescope encased in brown leather, mounted horizontally on a wooden display base.
fig 3. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War

Engraved to the rear barrel 'The 22/100 Spotter - J.H. Steward Ltd, London

The Spotter was often used in the Great War by sniper's to spot targets

Further engraved with Made in England

This is a fine antique telescope, dressed within a superb leather case and graced with beautifully polished brightwork. As good to use today as it was over a hundred years ago. Delivered ready for use or display.

fig 4. An antique three-draw brass telescope encased in brown leather, mounted horizontally on a wooden display base.
fig 4. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 27cm (10.75'')

Fully Drawn: 72cm (28.25'')

Objective Diameter: 4.8cm (2'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 5. An antique three-draw brass telescope encased in brown leather, mounted horizontally on a wooden display base.
fig 5. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.9872

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Telescope to the Georgian era.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
4.8cm (1.89")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1045870
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9872
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An antique three-draw brass telescope encased in brown leather, mounted horizontally on a wooden display base.
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian / Victorian
  • MaterialBrass, Leather, Glass, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsThree-draw mechanism, Stitched leather barrel, Exposed brass fittings
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 4.8 cm (2 in) x D 4.8 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Portable draw telescopes became widely produced during the 18th and 19th centuries for maritime, military, and civilian use, allowing observers to magnify distant terrestrial and celestial objects.

These instruments were traditionally constructed from turned brass tubes for durability and precision, often encased in hand-stitched leather for grip and protection.

Authenticity is typically determined by hand-engraved maker signatures, patination on the brass components, heavy draw tubes, and period-correct optical glass rather than modern synthetic lenses.

Displaying the instrument on a desktop, mantelpiece, or bookshelf adds a touch of classic exploration and historical gravitas to a room.

Brass components should be cleaned sparingly to preserve their historic patina, while leather coverings benefit from periodic treatment with specialist conservation wax to prevent drying.
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