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Antique Explorer’s Telescope, English, Leather Dressed Spyglass, Edwardian, 1910
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Antique Explorer’s Telescope, English, Leather Dressed Spyglass, Edwardian, 1910

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 October 2026 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is a long antique explorer’s telescope. An English, terrestrial or maritime spyglass, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. With its classic single draw form, brass fittings, and tactile leather covering, this telescope offers both function and decorative appeal.

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

Antique explorer’s telescope, English, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910

Single draw spyglass with brass sun shade and flared eye cup

Primary barrel dressed in lightly patinated brown leather, complete with matching lens cap

32mm objective lens, providing clear terrestrial or maritime viewing

Brass fittings present a pleasing golden tonality, gently aged with use

Good proportion for display or practical handling, showcasing early 20th century craftsmanship

A fine addition for collectors of nautical instruments, Edwardian travel ephemera, or period study interiors

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

This Edwardian leather dressed spyglass is a well-presented antique telescope, ideal for explorers, maritime collectors, or as a distinctive decorative accessory. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 45.5cm (18'')

Fully Drawn: 64cm (25.25'')

Objective Diameter: 32mm (1.25'')

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
45.5cm (17.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1166853
Dealers Internal Reference
25467
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Description
This is a long antique explorer’s telescope. An English, terrestrial or maritime spyglass, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
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With its classic single draw form, brass fittings, and tactile leather covering, this telescope offers both function and decorative appeal.
London Fine Antiques
fig 1. An Edwardian brass telescope clad in brown leather resting on a fitted wooden display stand alongside its leather end cap.
fig 1. Antique Explorer’s Telescope, English, Leather Dressed Spyglass, Edwardian, 1910

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

Antique explorer’s telescope, English, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910

fig 2. An Edwardian brass telescope clad in brown leather resting on a fitted wooden display stand alongside its leather end cap.
fig 2. Antique Explorer’s Telescope, English, Leather Dressed Spyglass, Edwardian, 1910

Single draw spyglass with brass sun shade and flared eye cup

Primary barrel dressed in lightly patinated brown leather, complete with matching lens cap

32mm objective lens, providing clear terrestrial or maritime viewing

fig 3. An Edwardian brass telescope clad in brown leather resting on a fitted wooden display stand alongside its leather end cap.
fig 3. Antique Explorer’s Telescope, English, Leather Dressed Spyglass, Edwardian, 1910

Brass fittings present a pleasing golden tonality, gently aged with use

Good proportion for display or practical handling, showcasing early 20th century craftsmanship

A fine addition for collectors of nautical instruments, Edwardian travel ephemera, or period study interiors

fig 4. An Edwardian brass telescope clad in brown leather resting on a fitted wooden display stand alongside its leather end cap.
fig 4. Antique Explorer’s Telescope, English, Leather Dressed Spyglass, Edwardian, 1910

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

This Edwardian leather dressed spyglass is a well-presented antique telescope, ideal for explorers, maritime collectors, or as a distinctive decorative accessory. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 45.5cm (18'')

Fully Drawn: 64cm (25.25'')

Objective Diameter: 32mm (1.25'')

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
45.5cm (17.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1166853
Dealers Internal Ref
25467
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An Edwardian brass telescope clad in brown leather resting on a fitted wooden display stand alongside its leather end cap.
Antique Explorer’s Telescope, English, Leather Dressed Spyglass, Edwardian, 1910
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  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialBrass, Leather, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLeather cladding, Hand-stitched seam, Brass draw tube, Display mount
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 45.5 cm (18 in)

This is an Edwardian terrestrial or maritime spyglass from 1910, presented as a long antique explorer's telescope in a single draw form with a brass sun shade and flared eye cup. The primary barrel features a warm brown leather dressing with a hand-stitched seam, accompanied by a matching lens cap and a fitted wooden display stand with brass mounts. The golden-toned brass fittings show gentle ageing from use, complementing the rich timber tones of the oak base. The piece measures 45.5 cm deep by 4 cm high and 4 cm wide. Ideal for placement on an office desk in a study, library, or traditional interior, this scientific instrument serves as a distinctive decorative accessory for collectors of nautical and travel ephemera. It suits spaces dedicated to maritime appreciation or period aesthetics, offering a tangible link to early twentieth-century exploration. The included stand allows for secure display when not in hand, bringing character to a mantelpiece or bookshelf.

FAQs

During the Edwardian era, portable telescopes were routinely dressed in stitched leather to provide thermal protection against cold metal and to improve grip during maritime or outdoor observation. These instruments served vital functional roles in naval navigation, field exploration, and estate management.

These optical instruments were primarily constructed using drawn brass tubes, optical glass lenses, and external sleeves wrapped in vegetable-tanned hide or pigskin. High-grade thread was used for hand-stitching the seam, while brass caps protected the lenses during transport.

Authentic pieces feature drawn brass tube construction with period-correct thread sizes, natural wear to the leather cladding, and aged brass patination. Look for maker stamps near the eyepiece or main barrel, along with hand-stitched leather seams that display natural age and grain variation.

An antique telescope styled on a wooden display mount functions as a focal accent on an office desk, library bookcase, or console table. Positioning the piece alongside leather-bound books or framed maps enhances a classic dark academia aesthetic.

The leather outer layer should be preserved using a minimal application of specialist leather balm to prevent cracking, while avoiding contact with the metal elements. Brass components should be dusted with a microfibre cloth; harsh chemical polishes ought to be avoided to preserve the original surface patination.
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