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Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian
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Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a small antique 6-draw pocket telescope, an English hiking or navigational instrument by Baker of London, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

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

A charming and compact example of Victorian optical ingenuity

Crafted in brass, with each of the six draw tubes offering smooth extension

Primary barrel dressed in a rich chestnut leather jacket, gently aged with use

Brass surfaces display a pleasing time-worn patina, enhancing the antique appeal

Rear draw tube finely engraved 'Baker, 244 High Holborn, London' – a known Victorian maker

Fitted with a push-type brass dust cap protecting the 22mm objective lens

Remarkably portable design, ideal for hiking, travel or gentleman’s day trips

A delightful piece for collectors of scientific instruments, Victorian optics, or field gear

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

This small six-draw telescope offers pocket-sized practicality with period charm, and remains a wonderful example of 19th century British craftsmanship. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 10cm (4'')

Fully Drawn: 41cm (16.25'')

Objective Diameter: 2.2cm (.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1153702
Dealers Internal Reference
25472
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Description
This is a small antique 6-draw pocket telescope, an English hiking or navigational instrument by Baker of London, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

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

fig 1. Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian
fig 1. Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian

A charming and compact example of Victorian optical ingenuity

Crafted in brass, with each of the six draw tubes offering smooth extension

Primary barrel dressed in a rich chestnut leather jacket, gently aged with use

fig 2. Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian
fig 2. Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian

Brass surfaces display a pleasing time-worn patina, enhancing the antique appeal

Rear draw tube finely engraved 'Baker, 244 High Holborn, London' – a known Victorian maker

Fitted with a push-type brass dust cap protecting the 22mm objective lens

fig 3. Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian
fig 3. Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian

Remarkably portable design, ideal for hiking, travel or gentleman’s day trips

A delightful piece for collectors of scientific instruments, Victorian optics, or field gear

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

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This small six-draw telescope offers pocket-sized practicality with period charm, and remains a wonderful example of 19th century British craftsmanship.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 10cm (4'')

Fully Drawn: 41cm (16.25'')

Objective Diameter: 2.2cm (.75'')

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1153702
Dealers Internal Ref
25472
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian
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