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Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910
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Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910

1900 - 1920
Sold 19 March 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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This is an antique three draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial refractor by Ross of London, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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

Appealing antique telescope from a renowned maker

Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout

Silvered brass finish offering bright, reflective tones

Clear, bright objective with 40mm diameter

Front element protected by sliding sun shade in blackened finish

Primary barrel dressed in a deep black leather covering

Flared eye-cup with sliding dust cover and superb, concentric ring finish

Of three draw form, the whole drawing smoothly - some resistance to sun shade

The draw tube engraved with the Ross London mark and serial number 31389

Tube also engraved with the monogram of HJP

Corresponding leather case with carry strap adds further field appeal

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

This is a quality antique three draw telescope by Ross of London with a useful leather carry case ideal for field use. Delivered ready to be displayed or enjoyed.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 25.5cm (10'')

Fully Drawn Length: 82cm (32.25'')

Objective Diameter: 4cm (1.5'')

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Our Ref: 18.7660

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Telescope to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA818537
Dealers Internal Reference
18.7660
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Description
This is an antique three draw telescope.
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An English, brass terrestrial refractor by Ross of London, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
London Fine Antiques

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

fig 1. An extended three-draw brass and leather terrestrial telescope resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 1. Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910

Appealing antique telescope from a renowned maker

Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout

Silvered brass finish offering bright, reflective tones

Clear, bright objective with 40mm diameter

Front element protected by sliding sun shade in blackened finish

fig 2. An extended three-draw brass and leather terrestrial telescope resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 2. Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910

Primary barrel dressed in a deep black leather covering

Flared eye-cup with sliding dust cover and superb, concentric ring finish

Of three draw form, the whole drawing smoothly - some resistance to sun shade

fig 3. An extended three-draw brass and leather terrestrial telescope resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 3. Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910

The draw tube engraved with the Ross London mark and serial number 31389

Tube also engraved with the monogram of HJP

Corresponding leather case with carry strap adds further field appeal

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

fig 4. An extended three-draw brass and leather terrestrial telescope resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 4. Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910

This is a quality antique three draw telescope by Ross of London with a useful leather carry case ideal for field use. Delivered ready to be displayed or enjoyed.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 25.5cm (10'')

fig 5. An extended three-draw brass and leather terrestrial telescope resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 5. Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910

Fully Drawn Length: 82cm (32.25'')

Objective Diameter: 4cm (1.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 6. An extended three-draw brass and leather terrestrial telescope resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
fig 6. Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.7660

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Telescope to the 1910s.

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA818537
Dealers Internal Ref
18.7660
London Fine Antiques
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An extended three-draw brass and leather terrestrial telescope resting horizontally on a wooden display stand.
Antique Three Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Ross, Edwardian, 1910
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialBrass, Leather, Glass, Oak
  • ColourPolished Brass and Black
  • MotifsThree-draw extending brass barrels, Leather-wrapped grip section, Fitted wooden display stand
  • SizeH 82 cm (32 in) x W 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

An Edwardian three-draw terrestrial telescope is a portable optical instrument designed for land viewing, featuring three sliding brass tubes that collapse into a compact cylinder for ease of transport during the early 20th century.

Antique telescopes were predominantly constructed using turned brass for the barrels and fittings, often wrapped in leather, shagreen, or mahogany for grip, with precision-ground glass lenses housed inside.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit maker signatures engraved on the draw tubes, hand-cut threads, natural patina on the brass, and high-quality optical glass rather than modern synthetic materials.

An antique telescope can be displayed horizontally on a wooden stand upon a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or executive desk to introduce a sophisticated, scholarly aesthetic to a room.

Preserve the historical value by avoiding harsh chemical polishes; instead, gently dust the brass with a dry microfiber cloth and use lens paper specifically formulated for vintage optics to clean the glass.
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