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Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian
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Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is an antique 4 draw telescope. An English, leather and brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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

Impressive proportion when fully drawn

Displaying a desirable aged patina, some light marks commensurate with use

Primary barrel dressed with original leather cover, some light wear

Polished brass draw barrels show bright golden tones

Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance with a 30mm (1.25") primary objective lens

Complete with push type brass dust cover to front

Sliding dust cover to the flared eyecup

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

This is a large antique 4 draw telescope, showing fine late Victorian craftsmanship and period appeal. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 32.5cm (12.75'')

Fully Drawn Length: 108cm (42.5'')

Objective Diameter: 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.

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

Our Ref: 18.7933

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

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA851942
Dealers Internal Reference
18.7933
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Description
This is an antique 4 draw telescope.
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An English, leather and brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

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

fig 1. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian
fig 1. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian

Impressive proportion when fully drawn

Displaying a desirable aged patina, some light marks commensurate with use

Primary barrel dressed with original leather cover, some light wear

Polished brass draw barrels show bright golden tones

fig 2. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian
fig 2. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian

Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance with a 30mm (1.25") primary objective lens

Complete with push type brass dust cover to front

Sliding dust cover to the flared eyecup

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

fig 3. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian
fig 3. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian

This is a large antique 4 draw telescope, showing fine late Victorian craftsmanship and period appeal. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 32.5cm (12.75'')

Fully Drawn Length: 108cm (42.5'')

fig 4. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian
fig 4. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian

Objective Diameter: 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 5. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian
fig 5. Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian

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: 18.7933

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

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA851942
Dealers Internal Ref
18.7933
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian
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