Large Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880

Name: Large Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA870720
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by London Fine Antiques

Description

This is a large antique 'officer of the watch' telescope. An English, single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by Negretti and Zambra of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

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

Wonderfully presented example of an Officer of the Watch type telescope

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

The primary barrel dressed with a tightly wound and weathered string jacket

Eye-catching silvered and brassed metalwork offers great tonality

Single tube draws smoothly with a reassuring action

Usefully sized 39mm (1.5'') primary objective in good, clear order

Generous sliding sun shade provides cover from distracting rays and flares

Concave eyecup with drop-in sliding dust cover

Engraved in delightful cursive for Negretti and Zambra, London

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

This is a fascinating antique telescope, an example of the Officer of the Watch type favoured onboard in the 19th century by the highly regarded Negretti and Zambra - also known for their expertise in barometers and interests in furthering the art of photography. Delivered polished and ready to display or enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 50cm (19.75'')

Fully Drawn Length: 98cm (38.5'')

Objective Diameter: 39mm (1.5'')

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Our Ref: 18.8060

Physical Dimensions

Height

1cm (0.39")

Width

1cm (0.39")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA870720

Dealers Internal Reference

18.8060

Dealers Notes

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Description

This is a large antique 'officer of the watch' telescope.

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An English, single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by Negretti and Zambra of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

London Fine Antiques

fig 1. Large Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880 — fig 1. Large Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880

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

Wonderfully presented example of an Officer of the Watch type telescope

fig 2. Large Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880 — fig 2. Large Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

The primary barrel dressed with a tightly wound and weathered string jacket

Eye-catching silvered and brassed metalwork offers great tonality

Single tube draws smoothly with a reassuring action

fig 3. Large Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880 — fig 3. Large Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880

Usefully sized 39mm (1.5'') primary objective in good, clear order

Generous sliding sun shade provides cover from distracting rays and flares

Concave eyecup with drop-in sliding dust cover

Engraved in delightful cursive for Negretti and Zambra, London

fig 4. Large Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880 — fig 4. Large Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Negretti and Zambra, 1880

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

This is a fascinating antique telescope, an example of the Officer of the Watch type favoured onboard in the 19th century by the highly regarded Negretti and Zambra - also known for their expertise in barometers and interests in furthering the art of photography. Delivered polished and ready to display or enjoy.