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Victorian Mahogany & Brass Library Telescope by Bate of London

Name: Victorian Mahogany & Brass Library Telescope by Bate of London
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1117990
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Description

A superb antique library telescope on a brass folding tripod dating from the mid to late 19th Century. It was made by Bate of London and the end of the tube is engraved with the makers name. The telescope itself is made of brass and the main tube is covered in mahogany. It has an extendable eyepiece, controlled by the rack and pinion focus knob on the side of the tube, plus an additional tube which is manually adjusted to provide the coarse focus. It also comes with its original brass lens cover.

The telescope is mounted to a short folding brass tripod. Two screws below the telescope fix it onto the stand. The stand allows the telescope to swivel completely around and move up and down.

Both the telescope and stand are in good original condition and display well - a real statement piece. The brass has been lightly polished and the mahogany has also been polished. There are no major damages and the optics are very good. The lenses are undamaged and produce a clear and crisp image with a good range and clear focus. There are some signs of age and use, some minor dinks, dents and small knocks and marks to the tube but nothing detrimental.

The telescope comes in its original mahogany box with felt lined fitted interior. The box has a brass carrying handle, two brass closing latches and it comes with its original working key. There have been some old repairs around the box and there are some marks and knocks and minor splits but it has a beautiful patina and is strong and sturdy.

Approximate Measurements :

Length : 30" (76cm) to 46” (117cm)

Height of stand : 16” (40cm)

Base Diameter : 14" (36cm)

Front Lens Diameter : 2 1/2” (6.5cm)

Box : 30 1/2" (78cm) x 7" (18cm) x 4" (10cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £25

Physical Dimensions

Height

40cm (15.75")

Width

117cm (46.06")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1117990

Description

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It has an extendable eyepiece, controlled by the rack and pinion focus knob on the side of the tube, plus an additional tube which is manually adjusted to provide the coarse focus.

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

It also comes with its original brass lens cover.

fig 1. Victorian Mahogany & Brass Library Telescope by Bate of London

The telescope is mounted to a short folding brass tripod. Two screws below the telescope fix it onto the stand. The stand allows the telescope to swivel completely around and move up and down.

Both the telescope and stand are in good original condition and display well - a real statement piece. The brass has been lightly polished and the mahogany has also been polished. There are no major damages and the optics are very good. The lenses are undamaged and produce a clear and crisp image with a good range and clear focus. There are some signs of age and use, some minor dinks, dents and small knocks and marks to the tube but nothing detrimental.

fig 2. Victorian Mahogany & Brass Library Telescope by Bate of London

The telescope comes in its original mahogany box with felt lined fitted interior. The box has a brass carrying handle, two brass closing latches and it comes with its original working key. There have been some old repairs around the box and there are some marks and knocks and minor splits but it has a beautiful patina and is strong and sturdy.