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A 19thc London Made Mid Sized Telescope.
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A 19thc London Made Mid Sized Telescope.

19th century
Sold 4 November 2024 · The Antique Partnership
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A well made telescope of mid size made by J.Cetti and Co London probably about 1825 in date. Good lenses and powerful for its size producing a good image. A mahogany main barrel and three draw tubes finished nicely and inscribed with the makers name on the viewing tube. It is complete with its objective lens cap (often lost) and has a viewing lens shutter. There are of course imperfections due to time and useage but it functions well and displays admirably on its later mahogany stand. Also included is a leather carrying cover which is in good order but dates from the 14/18 war .

J.cetti and Co commenced under Joseph Cetti in 1802 in Long Lane Smithfied and thereafter 54 Red Lion street from 1803-15 and 25 Red Lion street 1816-39 with his Son John.

74.5 cm long fully extended 24.7 Closed

Diameter 5 cm the object lens being about 4cm.

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Antique Brass Telescope to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA965482
Dealers Internal Reference
26019
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A well made telescope of mid size made by J.Cetti and Co London probably about 1825 in date. Good lenses and powerful for its size producing a good image.
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A mahogany main barrel and three draw tubes finished nicely and inscribed with the makers name on the viewing tube.
The Antique Partnership

It is complete with its objective lens cap (often lost) and has a viewing lens shutter. There are of course imperfections due to time and useage but it functions well and displays admirably on its later mahogany stand. Also included is a leather carrying cover which is in good order but dates from the 14/18 war .

fig 1. A horizontal brass and leather telescope rests upon a fitted wooden display stand against a neutral background.
fig 1. A 19thc London Made Mid Sized Telescope.

J.cetti and Co commenced under Joseph Cetti in 1802 in Long Lane Smithfied and thereafter 54 Red Lion street from 1803-15 and 25 Red Lion street 1816-39 with his Son John.

74.5 cm long fully extended 24.7 Closed

Diameter 5 cm the object lens being about 4cm.

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Antique Brass Telescope to the Regency era.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA965482
Dealers Internal Ref
26019
The Antique Partnership
The Antique Partnership
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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Archive I A horizontal brass and leather telescope rests upon a fitted wooden display stand against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A 19thc London Made Mid Sized Telescope.

Archive II A horizontal brass and leather telescope rests upon a fitted wooden display stand against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A horizontal brass and leather telescope rests upon a fitted wooden display stand against a neutral background. View III
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Archive X A horizontal brass and leather telescope rests upon a fitted wooden display stand against a neutral background. View X
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A 19thC London made mid sized telescope.
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A horizontal brass and leather telescope rests upon a fitted wooden display stand against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Leather, Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsExtending draw tubes, Leather barrel covering, Fitted wooden cradle
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

During the 19th century, London was a global centre for scientific instrument making, producing high-precision telescopes for naval, land, and astronomical use.

Traditional construction typically involved turned brass for the draw tubes, often combined with mahogany barrels, leather coverings, and glass lenses housed within threaded fittings.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit maker signatures engraved on the draw tube, hand-cut threads, heavy brass gauge weight, and natural ageing like patination rather than artificial distressing.

Positioning the instrument on a desk, bookshelf, or side table introduces an element of scholarly curiosity and nautical heritage to a study or living area.

Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth, avoid chemical metal polishes that remove historic patina, and store the instrument in a stable, dry environment away from direct sunlight.
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