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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860
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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

19th century
Description

This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor by Davis of London, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

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

Of impressive proportion when fully drawn, compact when closed

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

Fruitwood primary barrel shows rich russet hues

Polished draw barrels show bright golden tones

Presenting a clear optical performance, with a 40mm (1.5") primary objective lens

Guard against strong light with a generously deep, sliding sun shade

Complete with sliding brass dust cover to front, set within screw-on mount

Another sliding dust cover resides within the eye cup

Draws with a pleasingly firm action

Three draw tubes, showing signs of light polish and use

Engraved to rear tube 'Davis, London'

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

This is a compact antique 3 draw telescope, showing quality Victorian craftsmanship whilst drawing to an impressive length. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Full Drawn Length: 89.5cm (35.25'')

Objective Diameter: 40mm (1.5'')

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Our Ref: 18.8064

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

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Brass Terrestrial Telescope to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA862744
Dealers Internal Reference
18.8064
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This is an antique 3 draw telescope.
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An English, brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor by Davis of London, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.
London Fine Antiques

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

fig 1. A Victorian brass three-draw terrestrial telescope wrapped in dark leather, resting horizontally on a light oak display stand.
fig 1. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

Of impressive proportion when fully drawn, compact when closed

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

Fruitwood primary barrel shows rich russet hues

Polished draw barrels show bright golden tones

fig 2. A Victorian brass three-draw terrestrial telescope wrapped in dark leather, resting horizontally on a light oak display stand.
fig 2. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

Presenting a clear optical performance, with a 40mm (1.5") primary objective lens

Guard against strong light with a generously deep, sliding sun shade

Complete with sliding brass dust cover to front, set within screw-on mount

fig 3. A Victorian brass three-draw terrestrial telescope wrapped in dark leather, resting horizontally on a light oak display stand.
fig 3. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

Another sliding dust cover resides within the eye cup

Draws with a pleasingly firm action

Three draw tubes, showing signs of light polish and use

Engraved to rear tube 'Davis, London'

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

fig 4. A Victorian brass three-draw terrestrial telescope wrapped in dark leather, resting horizontally on a light oak display stand.
fig 4. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

This is a compact antique 3 draw telescope, showing quality Victorian craftsmanship whilst drawing to an impressive length. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 27.5cm (10.75'')

fig 5. A Victorian brass three-draw terrestrial telescope wrapped in dark leather, resting horizontally on a light oak display stand.
fig 5. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

Full Drawn Length: 89.5cm (35.25'')

Objective Diameter: 40mm (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. A Victorian brass three-draw terrestrial telescope wrapped in dark leather, resting horizontally on a light oak display stand.
fig 6. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

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: 18.8064

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

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Brass Terrestrial Telescope to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA862744
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8064
London Fine Antiques
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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

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A Victorian brass three-draw terrestrial telescope wrapped in dark leather, resting horizontally on a light oak display stand.
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860
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FAQs

A Victorian terrestrial draw telescope is a handheld optical instrument crafted during the nineteenth century for land and maritime observation, featuring telescoping brass tubes that collapse for portability and extend to adjust focal length.

These optical instruments were typically constructed using precision-machined brass draw barrels, ground glass lenses, and outer protective sleeves made from leather or polished hardwood to improve grip and shield the metal.

Authentic examples feature maker signatures hand-engraved near the eyepiece or objective lens, smooth sliding movement along the draw tubes with age-appropriate wear, and period-correct fabrication techniques such as soldered seams rather than modern machine threading.

An antique telescope functions as a historical accent piece when placed on a stand atop an office desk, console table, or displayed alongside books within an open shelving unit.

Lenses should be dusted gently using a clean microfibre cloth, while the brass body requires dusting with a dry cloth to retain its natural patina; leather sections benefit from occasional treatment with a specialised leather conditioner.
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