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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910
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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910

1900 - 1920
Description

This is an antique officer of the watch telescope. A German, nickel and leather single draw refractor by Voigtlander and Sohn, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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

Fascinating example from a renowned optical specialist

Officer of the Watch' telescopes were commonly used on board ships from the 19th century onwards

Displaying a desirable aged patina with some light wear commensurate with age

Silvered nickel offering bright, reflective tones - some light tarnish

Clear, bright objective with 30mm diameter

Front element with some protection from recessed lens

Primary barrel dressed in a patinated leather cover

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

The draw tube engraved with the Voigtlander and Sohn A.G name

Further reads the town name of Braunschweig

Small notice of magnification at 14x

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

This is a quality antique telescope by Voigtlander & Sohn, presented in fascinating aged order. Delivered ready to be displayed or enjoyed.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 43.5cm (17.25'')

Fully Drawn Length: 64cm (25.25'')

Objective lens: 30mm (1.25'')

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.

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.

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Our Ref: 18.7932

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

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA851404
Dealers Internal Reference
18.7932
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Description
This is an antique officer of the watch telescope.
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A German, nickel and leather single draw refractor by Voigtlander and Sohn, 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. Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910
fig 1. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910

Fascinating example from a renowned optical specialist

Officer of the Watch' telescopes were commonly used on board ships from the 19th century onwards

Displaying a desirable aged patina with some light wear commensurate with age

fig 2. Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910
fig 2. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910

Silvered nickel offering bright, reflective tones - some light tarnish

Clear, bright objective with 30mm diameter

Front element with some protection from recessed lens

Primary barrel dressed in a patinated leather cover

fig 3. Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910
fig 3. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910

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

The draw tube engraved with the Voigtlander and Sohn A.G name

Further reads the town name of Braunschweig

Small notice of magnification at 14x

fig 4. Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910
fig 4. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910

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

This is a quality antique telescope by Voigtlander & Sohn, presented in fascinating aged order. Delivered ready to be displayed or enjoyed.

fig 5. Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910
fig 5. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 43.5cm (17.25'')

Fully Drawn Length: 64cm (25.25'')

Objective lens: 30mm (1.25'')

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. Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910
fig 6. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.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: 18.7932

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

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA851404
Dealers Internal Ref
18.7932
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, German, Single Draw, Voigtlander, C.1910
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