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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890
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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

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This is a large antique 'officer of the watch' telescope. An English, single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use in the manner of Dollond of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

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

Appealingly patinated Officer of the Watch type telescope

Displays a desirable aged patina throughout

Long, tapering primary barrel dressed with a weathered canvas and rope jacket

Eye-catching silvered and brassed metalwork catches the eye

Single tube draws smoothly with a reassuring action

Generously sized 45mm (1.75") objective in good order

Flared eyecup decorated with fine concentric detail

Indistinctly engraved to the draw tube 'D... London 7667' in the manner of Dollond

To the reverse, remnants of a personalised engraving

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

This is a charming antique telescope, an example of the Officer of the Watch type favoured onboard in the 19th century and closely following the manner and quality of Dollond. Delivered polished and ready to display or enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 63.5cm (25'')

Fully Drawn Length: 81.5cm (32'')

Objective Diameter: 45mm (1.75'')

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Our Ref: 18.8063

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

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Brass Telescope to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA871362
Dealers Internal Reference
18.8063
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This is a large antique 'officer of the watch' telescope.
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An English, single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use in the manner of Dollond of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.
London Fine Antiques
fig 1. A Victorian single-draw brass and leather officer of the watch telescope mounted on an oak display stand.
fig 1. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

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

Appealingly patinated Officer of the Watch type telescope

Displays a desirable aged patina throughout

fig 2. A Victorian single-draw brass and leather officer of the watch telescope mounted on an oak display stand.
fig 2. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

Long, tapering primary barrel dressed with a weathered canvas and rope jacket

Eye-catching silvered and brassed metalwork catches the eye

Single tube draws smoothly with a reassuring action

Generously sized 45mm (1.75") objective in good order

fig 3. A Victorian single-draw brass and leather officer of the watch telescope mounted on an oak display stand.
fig 3. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

Flared eyecup decorated with fine concentric detail

Indistinctly engraved to the draw tube 'D... London 7667' in the manner of Dollond

To the reverse, remnants of a personalised engraving

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

fig 4. A Victorian single-draw brass and leather officer of the watch telescope mounted on an oak display stand.
fig 4. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

This is a charming antique telescope, an example of the Officer of the Watch type favoured onboard in the 19th century and closely following the manner and quality of Dollond. Delivered polished and ready to display or enjoy.

fig 5. A Victorian single-draw brass and leather officer of the watch telescope mounted on an oak display stand.
fig 5. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 63.5cm (25'')

Fully Drawn Length: 81.5cm (32'')

Objective Diameter: 45mm (1.75'')

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 single-draw brass and leather officer of the watch telescope mounted on an oak display stand.
fig 6. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

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: 18.8063

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

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Brass Telescope to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA871362
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8063
London Fine Antiques
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FAQs

An officer of the watch telescope is a compact, single-draw optical instrument designed primarily for naval deck officers to observe signals and surrounding vessels during watch duties.

These instruments were typically constructed from polished or nickel-plated brass draw tubes, protective leather-wrapped barrels, and ground glass optical lenses.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-stitched leather covers, maker inscriptions near the objective lens or eyepiece, and natural surface wear consistent with historical maritime use.

Displaying the item on a dedicated timber mount atop an executive desk, library bookshelf, or deep window sill adds a focal point of nautical history to the space.

Dust gently using a dry microfibre cloth, refrain from applying abrasive metal polishes to preserve original patination, and apply neutral leather wax sparingly to keep the barrel supple.
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