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Antique Three-draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790
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Antique Three-draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790

18th century
Description

This is an antique three-draw telescope. An English, walnut and brass navigational or astronomical instrument by Lincoln of London, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790.

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

A fine and tactile example of Georgian optical craftsmanship

Crafted with a striking walnut main barrel, displaying warm amber tones

Walnut exhibits a fine grain pattern, with minimal wear commensurate with gentle use

Features three smoothly operating brass draw tubes, with bright golden hues

Engraved to the rear barrel with 'Lincoln, London' – a noted maker of the period

Fitted with a push-type dust cover to protect the 40mm primary objective lens

Bright, functional optics with a clear image – suited for both display and gentle use

A handsome piece for the collector of nautical antiques or scientific instruments

Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display

Further enhanced with the original leather carry sleeve, in lightly time worn order

Elegant and evocative, this Georgian telescope offers both historical interest and refined aesthetics. A superb addition to any period desk, maritime collection or library interior. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 24.5cm (9.75'')

Fully Drawn: 73cm (28.75'')

Objective Diameter: 4cm (1.5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
24.5cm (9.65")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1153080
Dealers Internal Reference
25424
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Description
This is an antique three-draw telescope.
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An English, walnut and brass navigational or astronomical instrument by Lincoln of London, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790.
London Fine Antiques

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

fig 1. An antique Georgian three-draw brass telescope with a warm walnut outer barrel displayed horizontally on a wooden stand.
fig 1. Antique Three-draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790

A fine and tactile example of Georgian optical craftsmanship

Crafted with a striking walnut main barrel, displaying warm amber tones

Walnut exhibits a fine grain pattern, with minimal wear commensurate with gentle use

fig 2. An antique Georgian three-draw brass telescope with a warm walnut outer barrel displayed horizontally on a wooden stand.
fig 2. Antique Three-draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790

Features three smoothly operating brass draw tubes, with bright golden hues

Engraved to the rear barrel with 'Lincoln, London' – a noted maker of the period

Fitted with a push-type dust cover to protect the 40mm primary objective lens

fig 3. An antique Georgian three-draw brass telescope with a warm walnut outer barrel displayed horizontally on a wooden stand.
fig 3. Antique Three-draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790

Bright, functional optics with a clear image – suited for both display and gentle use

A handsome piece for the collector of nautical antiques or scientific instruments

Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display

fig 4. An antique Georgian three-draw brass telescope with a warm walnut outer barrel displayed horizontally on a wooden stand.
fig 4. Antique Three-draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790

Further enhanced with the original leather carry sleeve, in lightly time worn order

Elegant and evocative, this Georgian telescope offers both historical interest and refined aesthetics. A superb addition to any period desk, maritime collection or library interior. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 24.5cm (9.75'')

Fully Drawn: 73cm (28.75'')

Objective Diameter: 4cm (1.5'')

Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
24.5cm (9.65")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1153080
Dealers Internal Ref
25424
London Fine Antiques
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An antique Georgian three-draw brass telescope with a warm walnut outer barrel displayed horizontally on a wooden stand.
Antique Three-Draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790
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A Georgian three-draw telescope is a compact refracting optical instrument produced during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. It features three brass extension tubes sliding into a main wooden or leather-bound barrel, allowing it to collapse for portable maritime or land observation.

Antique handheld telescopes were primarily constructed using brass for the internal draw tubes and fittings due to its corrosion resistance. Outer main barrels were commonly finished in woods such as mahogany or walnut, wrapped in leather, or clad in shagreen to improve grip and protect against marine environments.

Authentic eighteenth-century telescopes typically exhibit hand-cut threads, subtle irregular lines from hand-turning, and makers signatures engraved directly onto the first draw tube near the eyepiece. Age-related patina on brass components and slight imperfections in original hand-ground glass optics are also key markers.

A period brass telescope mounted on a custom display stand serves as a focal accent on an executive office desk, bookshelf, or sideboard. Positioned alongside bound books, globes, or framed architectural prints, it contributes to a refined, scholarly atmosphere.

To preserve an antique telescope, display it in a climate-controlled room away from direct sunlight and moisture. Dust the wood and brass gently with a soft dry cloth, avoiding harsh chemical polishes or water that could degrade the original timber finish or seep into internal glass lenses.
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