London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
A captivating and pleasingly tactile Victorian telescope
Displaying a desirable aged patina, in good original order
Dashing appearance, dressed discretely in lightly time worn black leather
Polished brass draw barrels show bright golden tones
Replete with a protective leather end cap for the front element
Presenting a clear, bright optical performance with a 40mm (1.5") primary objective lens
Swivel type dust cover to the concentric ring decorated eyecup
Each of the four draw tubes offer a reassuring pull
Engraved brass plaque to the primary barrel with maker's mark
Reads; 'The Lord Bury Telescope, Sole Manufacturer - J.H Steward, 406 Strand, London
Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display
Delivered ready for use or display.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 25.5cm (10'')
Fully Drawn: 88cm (34.75'')
Objective Diameter: 4cm (1.5'')
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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Antique Lord Bury 4 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Jh Steward, Victorian
