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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900
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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900

19th century
Description

This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, 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.

Compact telescope extends to a generous length when fully drawn

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

Offers a tactile, leather dressed primary barrel

Polished draw barrels show light golden tones

Presenting a clear optical performance, with a 35mm (1.5") primary objective lens

Sun protection provided by a deep, sliding sun shade

Flared eye cup benefits from a sliding type dust cover

Each tube draws with a pleasingly firm action

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

This is an appealing antique 3 draw telescope, showing quality late Victorian craftsmanship and drawing to an impressive length when required. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 24cm (9.5'')

Fully Drawn Length: 80cm (31.5'')

Objective Diameter: 3.5cm (1.5'')

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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.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA992120
Dealers Internal Reference
18.8253
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Description
This is an antique 3 draw telescope.
An English, 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 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900
fig 1. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900

Compact telescope extends to a generous length when fully drawn

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

Offers a tactile, leather dressed primary barrel

Polished draw barrels show light golden tones

fig 2. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900
fig 2. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900

Presenting a clear optical performance, with a 35mm (1.5") primary objective lens

Sun protection provided by a deep, sliding sun shade

Flared eye cup benefits from a sliding type dust cover

Each tube draws with a pleasingly firm action

fig 3. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900
fig 3. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900

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

This is an appealing antique 3 draw telescope, showing quality late Victorian craftsmanship and drawing to an impressive length when required. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.

fig 4. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900
fig 4. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 24cm (9.5'')

Fully Drawn Length: 80cm (31.5'')

Objective Diameter: 3.5cm (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 5. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900
fig 5. Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900

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.

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA992120
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8253
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900
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