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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian
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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, leather and brass terrestrial refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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

Dressed for the field and of usefully compact form

Displays a desirable aged patina throughout

Quality brass shows delightful golden hues and lightly time worn

Primary barrel dressed in stitched leather, tanned to alight brown

Of 3-draw type, drawing from a usefully compact length of 27cm (10.75'')

Fully drawn, extending to a length of 75cm (29.5'')

Primary objective lens with a generous diameter of 60mm (2.25")

Scratch to front element no hindrance to the viewing experience

Engraved to the final barrel for Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co of London

Leather dust cup with accessory carry strap for safe keeping

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

This is a charming antique telescope, of useful drawn proportion and graced with appealing 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: 75cm (29.5'')

Objective Diameter: 40mm (1.5'')

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Our Ref: 24857

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1111796
Dealers Internal Reference
24857
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Description
This is an antique 3-draw telescope.
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An English, leather and brass terrestrial refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
London Fine Antiques

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

fig 1. An Edwardian brass three-draw telescope with a brown leather barrel cover resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 1. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian

Dressed for the field and of usefully compact form

Displays a desirable aged patina throughout

Quality brass shows delightful golden hues and lightly time worn

Primary barrel dressed in stitched leather, tanned to alight brown

fig 2. An Edwardian brass three-draw telescope with a brown leather barrel cover resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 2. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian

Of 3-draw type, drawing from a usefully compact length of 27cm (10.75'')

Fully drawn, extending to a length of 75cm (29.5'')

Primary objective lens with a generous diameter of 60mm (2.25")

Scratch to front element no hindrance to the viewing experience

fig 3. An Edwardian brass three-draw telescope with a brown leather barrel cover resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 3. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian

Engraved to the final barrel for Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co of London

Leather dust cup with accessory carry strap for safe keeping

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

This is a charming antique telescope, of useful drawn proportion and graced with appealing polished brightwork. As good to use today as it was over a hundred years ago. Delivered ready for use or display.

fig 4. An Edwardian brass three-draw telescope with a brown leather barrel cover resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 4. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 27cm (10.75'')

Fully Drawn: 75cm (29.5'')

Objective Diameter: 40mm (1.5'')

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 Edwardian brass three-draw telescope with a brown leather barrel cover resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 5. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian

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: 24857

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1111796
Dealers Internal Ref
24857
London Fine Antiques
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An Edwardian brass three-draw telescope with a brown leather barrel cover resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian
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A three-draw telescope is a portable optical device featuring three sliding brass sections that extend to increase focal length and magnify distant terrestrial or astronomical objects. Popular during the Edwardian era, these instruments catered to maritime navigation, field observation, and private study.

These telescopes were primarily constructed from drawn brass tubes with precision-ground glass lenses. The main outer barrel was frequently clad in stitched leather, vulcanite, or mahogany to protect the metal casing and provide a firm grip in wet weather conditions.

Authentic period telescopes usually feature maker inscriptions engraved onto the smallest draw tube near the eyepiece, such as maker names and city of manufacture. Look for original hand-stitched leather work, natural patination on brass surfaces, and precise machining on the draw tubes.

An antique brass telescope is best styled horizontally on a bespoke wooden stand across an office desk, mantelpiece, or bookshelf. It serves as a sophisticated focal point within traditional studies, dark wood libraries, or modern eclectic living rooms.

Clean optical lenses using only soft, dry microfibre cloths tailored for optics. Avoid using harsh chemical polishes on aged brass surfaces to retain original patina, and apply specialized leather conditioner sparingly to keep the outer casing supple and prevent cracking.
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