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18th Century mahogany and brass telescope by Nairne & Blunt of London
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th Century mahogany and brass telescope by Nairne & Blunt of London, having a mahogany barrel with a thumb wheel to the side of the main barrel, supported on a solid brass tripod s...
Mahogany
Brass And Shagreen Telescope
Located in Madrid, ES
A gilt brass and green shagreen skin telescope on stand, from the collection of the Marques de Salamanca.
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H 21.5 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Telescoping Mirror Top Brass Occasional Tables by Maison Toulouse, Paris
By John Boone
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
The inspiration for the tables' design may have derived from 18th century telescope bases.
Brass
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H 21.5 in W 13.5 in L 21.5 in
Pair of Telescoping Mirror Top Brass Occasional Tables by Maison Toulouse, Paris
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
The inspiration for the tables' design may have derived from 18th century telescope bases.
Brass
18th Century Gregorian Telescope by Watkins and Smith
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A wonderful example of an 18th century Gregorian reflecting telescope in its original mahogany carrying case.
Brass
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H 8.47 in W 11.23 in D 0.95 in
Rare Miniature Dollond Antique Telescope, Refracting Achromatic, 18th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a rare miniature Dollond antique telescope, 1" refracting achromatic, 18th century. 1" achromatic triplet objective glass Clear and good optics Additional solar observa...
Brass
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H 20.08 in W 1.97 in D 29.93 in
Late 18th Century Dollond Achromatic Library Telescope, circa 1790
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Dollond, achromatic library telescope, circa 1790. Mounted on a solid brass tripod stand with cabriole legs and spade feet the mount allows fluid movement in bo...
Brass
18th Century French Telescoping Marbletop Candlestand or Martini Table
Located in Essex, MA
Period Provincial Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top and Galleried telescoping stand for Lighting or Martinis (lol). All original and signed "Bailly P."
Marble
Antique Cardboard Telescope from the End of the 18th Century
Located in Milan, IT
Antique cardboard telescope with bone lenses holder, focusing with 3 extensions, French manufacture of the end of the 18th century.
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H 29.14 in W 9.45 in D 1.58 in
Antique Telescope, Bancks and Son, English 3-Draw, Late 18th Century, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Antique telescope, Bancks and Son, English, 3-draw, late 18th century, circa 1800 this is an antique telescope, engraved Bancks and Son.
Fruitwood
Adams Telescope
By George Adams
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good example of a silvered three-drawer telescope by Adams, with a mahogany main tube.
Table Telescope
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine reflecting 18th century shagreen covered telescope in the manner of Adams, in working order.
Brass
George Adams Gregorian Telescope
By George Adams
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine 18th century lacquered brass 4" reflecting telescope by George Adams, London maker to George III.
Brass
Brass Rothwell Manchester Telescope
By ROTHWELL
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This “ROTHWELL, Manchester” (1780-1820) library refractor telescope is a nice decorative piece. The brass main tube engraved Rothwell Manchester, rack-and-pinion focusing, is mounte...
Brass
English Mahogany Telescope. Signed Dollond.
By Dolland
Located in Milan, IT
English Mahogany wood telescope with brass tripode , with rack and pinion focusing. Working focus lenses Signed Dollond.
Brass
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H 38.78 in W 12.21 in D 1.19 in
Antique Telescope, 3 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English, Georgian piece dating to the late 18th century, circa 1780. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation.
Brass
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H 17.33 in W 10.44 in D 0.06 in
Antique Telescope, English, Single Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, an English single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use from the Georgian period and dating to mid-18th century, circa 1760.
Brass
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H 26.38 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in
Antique Telescope on Stand, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English, circa 1770
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope on stand, suitable for terrestrial or astronomical use, English dating to the mid-18th century, circa 1770.
Fruitwood
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H 21.46 in W 12.41 in D 0.08 in
Antique Telescope, English, Single Draw, Refractor, Terrestrial, circa 1760
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope. An English single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use and dating to the mid-18th century, circa 1760.
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Antique Telescope, Single Draw Refractor, English, Georgian, circa 1760
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English, Georgian piece dating to the mid-18th century, circa 1760. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation.
Brass
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H 37.8 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Antique Telescope on Stand, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1750
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope on stand, an English piece suitable for terrestrial or astronomical use dating to the mid-18th century, circa 1750.
Brass
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H 15.36 in Dm 0.14 in
Antique Telescope, English, Single Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1790
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, an English, Georgian, single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use dating to circa 1790. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciati...
Brass
Telescoping Directoire Period Tulipwood Gueridon, France c. 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Directoire Period Two-Tier Gueridon in Tulipwood, each tier a white Marble surface with pierced Brass gallery, mounted around a hexagonal column atop a tripod base with pad feet. <...
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H 16.34 in W 5.71 in D 0.97 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three-Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pocket telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English Victorian Scope dating to the late 19th century circa 1900. Perfect for...
Brass
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H 11.82 in W 1.78 in D 1.78 in
Antique Telescope, Three-Draw Refractor, English, Late Georgian, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English, late Georgian piece dating to circa 1800. Perfect for bird watching, landscap...
Brass
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H 16.05 in Dm 1.97 in
Antique Telescope, Two-Draw, Mahogany, Brass, English, Georgian, circa 1780
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a two draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English, late Georgian piece dating to circa 1780. Perfect for bird watching, landscape ...
Brass
Fine George III Mahogany and Brass Telescope by Dollond of London
By Dollond, London
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine brass and mahogany 2.5 inch diameter table top refracting telescope retaining its original tripod, the instrument with rack and pinion focus, producing a clear upright image. ...
Brass
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H 21.86 in W 7.29 in D 0.14 in
Antique Telescope, 3 Draw Refractor, English, Georgian, Lincoln of London, 1770
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English Georgian piece by Lincoln of London, dating to circa 1770. Perfect for bird wa...
Satinwood
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H 19.69 in W 40.16 in D 12.21 in
Antique Telescope, Dollond, Refracting Library Scope in Mahogany Case circa 1800
By Dollond, London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Our Stock # R0667 This is an antique telescope in mahogany case dating to circa 1800 by renowned optical instrument maker Dollond. Clear sharp optics with 2" achromatic objecti...
Brass
Decorating with vintage, new and antique scientific instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
The Age of Discovery (or the Age of Exploration) refers to a period during the 15th to 18th centuries that saw Europeans taking to the high seas to explore, trade and conquer various regions of the world. What we know about geography, the advancement of sea vessels and the development of scientific instruments all broadened significantly during this time.
With every new finding about our world, scientists invented tools to measure and record. While many of these objects are now obsolete, they are essentially works of art and have a rich history. Scientific instruments of a bygone era represent how far science and technology have advanced.
If you’re interested in introducing antique scientific instruments and tools to your decor to add contrast or draw attention to otherwise unexplored corners of your living room or dining room, there are many options to consider as far as textures and colors go. Like any curious decorative object that draws attention to your home library or mantel, vintage scientific instruments will likely add spirit to any conversation that might take place over cocktails or dinner.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Mid-century modern scientific instruments also capture a period of rapid progress, representing groundbreaking discoveries that defined the 20th century. Wouldn’t antique anatomical models of the 1950s pair well with your eye-catching abstract paintings, George Nelson clock or Florence Knoll sofa?
Whether you’re looking for a way to showcase your passion for chemistry or aviation or are making room in your foyer for a breathtaking industrial-style electronic time tower manufactured by Patek Philippe, 1stDibs offers a collection of vintage, new and antique scientific instruments that includes topographic tools, laboratory equipment and more.
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