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Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co
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Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

1900 - 1920
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This is an antique library telescope. An English, brass 'Starboy' astronomical mounted refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

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

Displays consistent colour throughout and a desirable aged patina

Original primary barrel in good order with a few light indentations under close inspection

Striking brass brightwork presented in eye-catching, original order

By the renowned Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co. of London

Single draw tube extends smoothly, focused by knurled wheel moving an internal rack and pinion

Maker's mark to the angle viewer; Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co. 63 Farringdon Road London

Supplied with a parallel viewing tube and fascinating ephemera in the form of hand-written usage notes

Attaches to the cast iron tripod with two brass turn screws and rotates through 90 degrees fore and aft

This is a delightful antique library telescope, an early example of Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co's Starboy line of astronomical mounted scopes. Ideal for observing the night sky in comfort. Delivered polished and ready to be enjoyed.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 122cm (48'')

Fully Drawn Length: 132cm (52'')

Primary Objective Diameter: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Fully Drawn With Parallel Eye Tube: 150.5cm (59.25")

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

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Our Ref: 18.7864

Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Library Telescope to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA850520
Dealers Internal Reference
18.7864
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Description
This is an antique library telescope.
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An English, brass 'Starboy' astronomical mounted refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
London Fine Antiques

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

fig 1. An antique English brass refracting library telescope mounted on a dark cast iron tripod stand.
fig 1. Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

Displays consistent colour throughout and a desirable aged patina

Original primary barrel in good order with a few light indentations under close inspection

Striking brass brightwork presented in eye-catching, original order

fig 2. An antique English brass refracting library telescope mounted on a dark cast iron tripod stand.
fig 2. Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

By the renowned Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co. of London

Single draw tube extends smoothly, focused by knurled wheel moving an internal rack and pinion

Maker's mark to the angle viewer; Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co. 63 Farringdon Road London

fig 3. An antique English brass refracting library telescope mounted on a dark cast iron tripod stand.
fig 3. Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

Supplied with a parallel viewing tube and fascinating ephemera in the form of hand-written usage notes

Attaches to the cast iron tripod with two brass turn screws and rotates through 90 degrees fore and aft

fig 4. An antique English brass refracting library telescope mounted on a dark cast iron tripod stand.
fig 4. Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

This is a delightful antique library telescope, an early example of Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co's Starboy line of astronomical mounted scopes. Ideal for observing the night sky in comfort. Delivered polished and ready to be enjoyed.

fig 5. An antique English brass refracting library telescope mounted on a dark cast iron tripod stand.
fig 5. Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 122cm (48'')

Fully Drawn Length: 132cm (52'')

Primary Objective Diameter: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Fully Drawn With Parallel Eye Tube: 150.5cm (59.25")

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

fig 6. An antique English brass refracting library telescope mounted on a dark cast iron tripod stand.
fig 6. Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

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

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: 18.7864

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Library Telescope to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA850520
Dealers Internal Ref
18.7864
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An antique English brass refracting library telescope mounted on a dark cast iron tripod stand.
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FAQs

A library telescope is a desktop optical refracting instrument produced primarily during the 19th and early 20th centuries for terrestrial and astronomical observation from private studies or observatories.

These scientific instruments were constructed using drawn polished brass for the optical tubes, ground glass lenses, and cast iron or brass for the supportive tripod pillars.

Authentic Broadhurst Clarkson telescopes typically feature maker engravings near the eyepiece collar, rack-and-pinion focusing controls, and heavy cast iron or brass bases with cabriole tripod feet.

Place the telescope on an oak desk, sideboard top, or deep window sill within a dedicated study or living area to create an intriguing focal point alongside leather-bound books and globe accessories.

Dust the barrel regularly with a soft microfibre cloth, avoid abrasive brass cleaners that strip original lacquer, and clean glass lenses gently using dedicated optical cleaning solutions.
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