An Early 19thc London Made Telescope

19th century

Sold by The Antique Partnership

Description

A well made three draw telescope by Watkins and Hill of 5 Charing Cross London. A well regarded maker established in 1747 by Francis Watkins and trading as Watkins and Hill from the same premises from 1818. This telescope I guess is about 1830 although experts may be more definitive due to the construction. EXTREMELY POWERFUL for its size. It focusses well with a sharp image. Some spotting to one of the fixed central lenses but otherwise excellent. The leather covered brass barrel is in good condition with stitching intact. Focusing lens cover slide working.

Sold together with a later made mahogany presentation or desk stand. Signed on the last tube Watkins & Hill Charing Cross London. Some scratches scuffs and small dents as to be expected from Naval or Military use (Shown in Photos)

Objective lens 42 mm Overall diameter 50mm

Length fully open 73.5 cm

Length closed 24.5 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

50cm (19.69")

Width

73.5cm (28.94")

Depth

50cm (19.69")

Declaration

The Antique Partnership has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA776339

Dealers Internal Reference

24064

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Description

A well made three draw telescope by Watkins and Hill of 5 Charing Cross London.

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A well regarded maker established in 1747 by Francis Watkins and trading as Watkins and Hill from the same premises from 1818.

The Antique Partnership

This telescope I guess is about 1830 although experts may be more definitive due to the construction. EXTREMELY POWERFUL for its size. It focusses well with a sharp image. Some spotting to one of the fixed central lenses but otherwise excellent. The leather covered brass barrel is in good condition with stitching intact. Focusing lens cover slide working.

fig 1. An early 19thC London made telescope — fig 1. An Early 19thc London Made Telescope

Sold together with a later made mahogany presentation or desk stand. Signed on the last tube Watkins & Hill Charing Cross London. Some scratches scuffs and small dents as to be expected from Naval or Military use (Shown in Photos)

Objective lens 42 mm Overall diameter 50mm

Length fully open 73.5 cm

Length closed 24.5 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

50cm (19.69")

Width

73.5cm (28.94")

Depth

50cm (19.69")

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this piece to the 19th Century.