Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian

Name: Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA868150
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by London Fine Antiques

Description

This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, brass 'Day or Night' terrestrial or astronomical refractor, 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 generous proportion when fully drawn

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

Fruitwood primary barrel shows rich russet hues and a lightly aged appearance

Polished draw barrels show light golden tones

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

Sun protection provided by a deep, sliding sun shade

Flared eye cup benefits from a sliding type dust cover

Draws with a pleasingly firm action

Three draw tubes, showing signs of light polish and use

Inscribed 'Dolland London' – an anonymous manufacturer of the time, looking to trade off the infamous Dollond name

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

This is an appealing antique 3 draw telescope, showing quality Victorian craftsmanship in the manner of Dollond, whilst drawing to an impressive length. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 29cm (11.5'')

Fully Drawn Length: 93cm (36.5'')

Objective Diameter: 40mm (1.5'')

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Our Ref: 18.8058

Physical Dimensions

Height

1cm (0.39")

Width

1cm (0.39")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA868150

Dealers Internal Reference

18.8058

Dealers Notes

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Description

This is an antique 3 draw telescope.

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An English, brass 'Day or Night' terrestrial or astronomical refractor, 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. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day Or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian — fig 1. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian

Of generous proportion when fully drawn

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

Fruitwood primary barrel shows rich russet hues and a lightly aged appearance

Polished draw barrels show light golden tones

fig 2. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day Or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian — fig 2. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian

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

Sun protection provided by a deep, sliding sun shade

Flared eye cup benefits from a sliding type dust cover

Draws with a pleasingly firm action

fig 3. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day Or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian — fig 3. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian

Three draw tubes, showing signs of light polish and use

Inscribed 'Dolland London' – an anonymous manufacturer of the time, looking to trade off the infamous Dollond name

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

fig 4. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day Or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian — fig 4. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian

This is an appealing antique 3 draw telescope, showing quality Victorian craftsmanship in the manner of Dollond, whilst drawing to an impressive length. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.