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Antique Astronomical Instruments

Islamic Cast Bronze Astrolabe with Five Celestial Globes Astronomical Instrument
Islamic Cast Bronze Astrolabe with Five Celestial Globes Astronomical Instrument

Islamic Cast Bronze Astrolabe with Five Celestial Globes Astronomical Instrument

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large-Scale Islamic Astrolabe with Five Rolling Celestial Globes India or Persia, Early 20th Century Reproduction after Medieval Islamic Originals An impressive early 20th-century Is...

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Early 20th Century Islamic Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass, Bronze

French Empire Gilt Bronze Allegorical Clock Depicting the Astronomical Sciences
French Empire Gilt Bronze Allegorical Clock Depicting the Astronomical Sciences

French Empire Gilt Bronze Allegorical Clock Depicting the Astronomical Sciences

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Two sphinxes carry the dial on their backs; the gilded frieze of putti holding astronomical instruments is in the style of Clodion.

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Bronze

Antique Three-Draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790
Antique Three-Draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790

Antique Three-Draw Telescope, English, Walnut, Brass, Navigation, Georgian, 1790

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English,walnut and brass navigational or astronomical instrument by Lincoln of London, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790.

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1790s British Georgian Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Two astronomical magic lantern slides of Solar & Lunar Eclipses
Two astronomical magic lantern slides of Solar & Lunar Eclipses

Two astronomical magic lantern slides of Solar & Lunar Eclipses

Located in London, GB

Two mechanical astronomical magic lantern slides of Solar & Lunar Eclipses, circa 1840. Eclipse of the Sun. “The various Eclipses of the Sun, with the Transit of Venus“. Eclipse of...

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1840s English Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Two astronomical magic lantern slides of Earths Rotundity & Tides
Two astronomical magic lantern slides of Earths Rotundity & Tides

Two astronomical magic lantern slides of Earths Rotundity & Tides

Located in London, GB

Two mechanical astronomical magic lantern slides of Earths Rotundity & Tides, circa 1840. “Rotundity of the Earth“. and “Illustrates the cause of the Spring and Neap Tides and sho...

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1840s English Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co
Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

Large Antique Library Telescope, English, Starboy, Astronomical, Broadhurst & Co

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique library telescope. An English, brass 'Starboy' astronomical mounted refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Perfec...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Astronomical regulator circa 1900 moon phase enamel dial Roman numerals
Astronomical regulator circa 1900 moon phase enamel dial Roman numerals

Astronomical regulator circa 1900 moon phase enamel dial Roman numerals

Located in NANTES, FR

Astronomical regulator circa 1900 moon phase enamel dial Roman numerals M3534 This regulator displays the days of the week, the months, and the phases of the Moon. It dates from the...

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Early 19th Century Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Metal

Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Ross
Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Ross

Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Ross

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique officer of the watch telescope. An English, leather and nickel silver single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use, by Ross of London, circa 1920. ...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Leather

Antique Islamic Brass Planispheric Astrolabe
Antique Islamic Brass Planispheric Astrolabe

Antique Islamic Brass Planispheric Astrolabe

Located in Long Island City, NY

Dating to the 19th century. Antique Islamic Astronomical Instruments And Scientific Collectibles.

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19th Century Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

1855 Astronomical Plate of Distance of the Planets by FJ Huntington New York
1855 Astronomical Plate of Distance of the Planets by FJ Huntington New York

1855 Astronomical Plate of Distance of the Planets by FJ Huntington New York

Located in Milan, IT

Plate of the distance of the planets “Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1855 by F.J. Huntington in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the United States for th...

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1850s American Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Glass, Wood, Paper

LORENZ GRASSL German 18th Century Antique Foldable Compass-Sundial Gilt Bronze
LORENZ GRASSL German 18th Century Antique Foldable Compass-Sundial Gilt Bronze

LORENZ GRASSL German 18th Century Antique Foldable Compass-Sundial Gilt Bronze

By Lorenz

Located in Miami, FL

Signed Lorenz Graßl of Augsburg, a German maker associated with precision astronomical, mathematical, and scientific instruments, the present sundial represents the sophisticated tra...

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1770s German George III Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass, Bronze, Steel

LORENZ GRASSL German 1770 Antique Portable Octagonal Compass-Sundial In Bronze
LORENZ GRASSL German 1770 Antique Portable Octagonal Compass-Sundial In Bronze

LORENZ GRASSL German 1770 Antique Portable Octagonal Compass-Sundial In Bronze

By Lorenz

Located in Miami, FL

Graßl of Augsburg, a German maker associated with precision astronomical, mathematical, and scientific instruments, the present sundial represents the sophisticated tradition of Augs...

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1770s German George III Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass, Bronze

19th Century Asian Bronze Portable Sundial
19th Century Asian Bronze Portable Sundial

19th Century Asian Bronze Portable Sundial

Located in Madrid, ES

Dimensions: 7x6x3 cm A unique and decorative 19th-century scientific instrument, uniting astronomical precision and artistic beauty, ideal for collectors of antique horology and Asi...

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1880s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

19th Century Asian Bronze Portable Sundial with Semi-Precious Stones
19th Century Asian Bronze Portable Sundial with Semi-Precious Stones

19th Century Asian Bronze Portable Sundial with Semi-Precious Stones

Located in Madrid, ES

A unique and decorative 19th-century scientific instrument, uniting astronomical precision and artistic beauty, ideal for collectors of antique horology and Asian craftsmanship.

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1880s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Bronze

1630 Pierre Petit map "Description du Gouvernement de la Capelle" Ric0010
1630 Pierre Petit map "Description du Gouvernement de la Capelle" Ric0010

1630 Pierre Petit map "Description du Gouvernement de la Capelle" Ric0010

Located in Norton, MA

Petit himself had a fine collection of astronomical instruments and several of these were of his own invention.

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17th Century Dutch Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Paper

Old Master, Mexican calendar, 52 year astrological cycle
Old Master, Mexican calendar, 52 year astrological cycle

Old Master, Mexican calendar, 52 year astrological cycle

By Bernard Picart

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Picart’s engraving imposes a rational, clock-like geometry on this complex system—an arrangement readily understood by European viewers accustomed to astronomical instruments, volvel...

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1720s Old Masters Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Etching

Rare Antique Italian Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere 1920s Gilded Celestial Globe
Rare Antique Italian Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere 1920s Gilded Celestial Globe

Rare Antique Italian Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere 1920s Gilded Celestial Globe

Located in Nottingham, GB

Armillary spheres have a long history as astronomical and educational instruments, with Ptolemaic examples representing the traditional geocentric model in which the Earth is positio...

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Early 20th Century Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Metal

19th c. Large French Empire Bronze Gilded Ormolu Figural Clock
19th c. Large French Empire Bronze Gilded Ormolu Figural Clock

19th c. Large French Empire Bronze Gilded Ormolu Figural Clock

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Beside the standing figure is an elaborate scientific instrument resembling an astronomical telescope mounted upon an engraved measuring column, accompanied by navigational and mathe...

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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Metal

Copernican Solar System – Celestial Plan, Doppelmayer, Hand-Colored c.1742
Copernican Solar System – Celestial Plan, Doppelmayer, Hand-Colored c.1742

Copernican Solar System – Celestial Plan, Doppelmayer, Hand-Colored c.1742

Located in Langweer, NL

It is highly desirable for collectors of scientific instruments, astronomical prints, Enlightenment-era works, and decorative interiors with intellectual character.

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Mid-18th Century German Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Paper

French Empire Mantle Clock
French Empire Mantle Clock

French Empire Mantle Clock

By Negrier a Gueret

Located in Norwich, GB

C.1815 (The armillary sphere is the universal scientific instrument for astronomical and nautical measures and was invented by Hippard c.150 bc, through Arab scientists it found...

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1810s French Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Bronze

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Impressive 91" Refracting Astronomical Telescope on Stand
Impressive 91" Refracting Astronomical Telescope on Stand

Impressive 91" Refracting Astronomical Telescope on Stand

By W. Watson and Sons

Located in Shakespeare, ON

W. Watson & Sons telescope, fitted with 5 inch Watson-Coventry Objective Lense, Constructed at The Optical Works High Barnet by W. Watson, 313 High Holborn, London. The 68" long ...

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Early 20th Century English Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Mahogany

Early Period English Nautical Back Sight Octant by J. Ramsden
Early Period English Nautical Back Sight Octant by J. Ramsden

Early Period English Nautical Back Sight Octant by J. Ramsden

Located in Palm City, FL

One of the most important instruments built by him is the great astronomical circle of the Palermo Observatory.

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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

French Empire Mantel Clock
French Empire Mantel Clock

French Empire Mantel Clock

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H 14.75 in W 5 in D 4 in

French Empire Mantel Clock

By Negrier a Gueret

Located in Norwich, Norfolk

(The armillary sphere is the universal scientific instrument for astronomical and nautical measures and was invented by Hippard, circa150 bc, through Arab scientists it found it’s wa...

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1810s French Empire Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Nautical Brass Telescope Wooden Support Old Astronomical Instrument
19th Century Nautical Brass Telescope Wooden Support Old Astronomical Instrument

19th Century Nautical Brass Telescope Wooden Support Old Astronomical Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

Brass telescope with leather-covered handle from the second half of the 19th century. Four-extension focus. Maximum length 39 cm - 15.35 inches, minimum 12 cm - 4.72 inches, focal di...

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1860s British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Brass Czech Orrery Astronomical Instruments Made by Jan Felkl in 1870
Antique Brass Czech Orrery Astronomical Instruments Made by Jan Felkl in 1870

Antique Brass Czech Orrery Astronomical Instruments Made by Jan Felkl in 1870

By Jan Felkl

Located in Milan, IT

Antique brass orrery planetarium made for the German market by Jan Felkl Prag in the second half of the nineteenth century. Cast iron base, papier mâché´ globe, with detailed territo...

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1860s Czech Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Iron

19th Century Astronomical Brass Orrery
19th Century Astronomical Brass Orrery

19th Century Astronomical Brass Orrery

Located in New York, NY

Named for the Earl of Orrery who, at the beginning of the 18th Cent. in Ireland, had one made for his personal collection of scientific apparatus. Orreries are three dimensional mode...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Library Telescope, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Scottish E. Lennie
Antique Library Telescope, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Scottish E. Lennie

Antique Library Telescope, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Scottish E. Lennie

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique library telescope for terrestrial or astronomical use. A Scottish piece from the renowned firm, E.

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19th Century Victorian Antique Astronomical Instruments

Antique Telescope on Stand, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English, circa 1770
Antique Telescope on Stand, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English, circa 1770

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.

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18th Century English George III Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Fruitwood

Antique Telescope on Stand, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1750
Antique Telescope on Stand, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1750

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.

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Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Telescope on Stand, Terrestrial Astronomical Negretti & Zambra, 1899
Antique Telescope on Stand, Terrestrial Astronomical Negretti & Zambra, 1899

Antique Telescope on Stand, Terrestrial Astronomical Negretti & Zambra, 1899

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

In fine order physically and optically Upright image, ideal for terrestrial or astronomical use Delivered with a solid oak and brass, bespoke 'Captain's Stand' Single draw Negre...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Hughes Telescope, English, 5 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Regency
Antique Hughes Telescope, English, 5 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Regency

Antique Hughes Telescope, English, 5 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Regency

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, leather and brass 5-draw terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the Regency period, circa 1830.

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Astronomical Telescope Signed W. Gilbert & Sons London, Early 1800
Astronomical Telescope Signed W. Gilbert & Sons London, Early 1800

Astronomical Telescope Signed W. Gilbert & Sons London, Early 1800

Located in Milan, IT

Astronomical telescope, wood and brass, splayed shaped, signed W. Gilbert & Sons London, early 1800. Focusing with one extension and rack. Original oak wooden tripod. Very good condi...

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19th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

Antique, Telescope, Dolland, Three Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical Circa 1830
Antique, Telescope, Dolland, Three Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical Circa 1830

Antique, Telescope, Dolland, Three Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical Circa 1830

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Our Stock # 18.5076 This is an antique telescope dating to the early 19th century, a three draw scope suitable for terrestrial or astronomical use, circa 1830. Perfect for bird wat...

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Early 19th Century English Victorian Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian
Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian

Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique 4 draw telescope. An English, leather and brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Perfect for bird watchin...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Library Telescope, English Brass, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian, 1890
Antique Library Telescope, English Brass, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian, 1890

Antique Library Telescope, English Brass, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian, 1890

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique library telescope. An English, brass astronomical mounted refractor by Dollond of London, dating to Victorian period, circa 1890. Perfect for bird watching, lan...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Library Telescope, English, Brass, Astronomical, Dollond, Late Victorian
Antique Library Telescope, English, Brass, Astronomical, Dollond, Late Victorian

Antique Library Telescope, English, Brass, Astronomical, Dollond, Late Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique library telescope. An English, brass astronomical mounted refractor by Dollond of London, dating to Victorian period, circa 1880. Perfect for bird watching, lands...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1850
Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1850

Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1850

By Dollond, London

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique telescope by Dollond dating to the mid-19th century, a 'day or night' single draw scope suitable for terrestrial or astronomical use, circa 1850. Perfect for bi...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1850
Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1850

Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1850

By Dollond, London

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Complimentary front door shipping to the US, Canada, UK and the EU — This is an antique telescope by Dollond dating to the mid-19th century, a 'day or night' single draw scope sui...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

1870s Brass Sextant Signed Ainsley Antique Marine Navigation Instrument
1870s Brass Sextant Signed Ainsley Antique Marine Navigation Instrument

1870s Brass Sextant Signed Ainsley Antique Marine Navigation Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

The sextant is an ancient astronomical instrument used to measure the height of a celestial body (for example the Sun): the sextant is placed in a vertical plane and, looking through...

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1870s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

1890s Brass Sextant Georg Hechelmann Hamburg Antique Navigation Instrument
1890s Brass Sextant Georg Hechelmann Hamburg Antique Navigation Instrument

1890s Brass Sextant Georg Hechelmann Hamburg Antique Navigation Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

The sextant is an ancient astronomical instrument used to measure the height of a celestial body (for example the Sun): the sextant is placed in a vertical plane and, looking through...

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1890s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Armillary Sphere Cast Iron Stone Pedestal Orrery Classical Garden
Armillary Sphere Cast Iron Stone Pedestal Orrery Classical Garden

Armillary Sphere Cast Iron Stone Pedestal Orrery Classical Garden

Located in Potters Bar, GB

You are viewing a gorgeous cast iron armillary sphere on a stone pedestal base Would make a great piece for the garden, adding an air of classical beauty Good size at almost five fee...

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1920s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Stone, Iron

Brass Sextant
Brass Sextant

Brass Sextant

Located in New York, NY

Turn-of-the-century brass astronomical measuring instrument used to determine latitude and longitude at sea.

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19th Century English Antique Astronomical Instruments

Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial
Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial

Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial

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H 2.88 in Dm 2 in

Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial

Located in New Orleans, LA

Invented by British mathematician William Oughtred in the mid-17th century, the two-ring universal equatorial sun ring dial was developed from an earlier astronomical instrument used...

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17th Century German Other Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass, Bronze

1875s Brass Sextant Signed Negus New York Antique Marine Navigation Instrument
1875s Brass Sextant Signed Negus New York Antique Marine Navigation Instrument

1875s Brass Sextant Signed Negus New York Antique Marine Navigation Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

The sextant is an optical instrument used in astronomical navigation to measure the height of the stars above the horizon, in order to obtain the geographic coordinates relative to t...

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1870s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

17th-Century Armillary Sphere
17th-Century Armillary Sphere

17th-Century Armillary Sphere

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H 23.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

17th-Century Armillary Sphere

Located in New Orleans, LA

Sometimes called a "spherical astrolabe," this armillary sphere is a marvel of early astronomical study. Similar instruments are highlighted in the permanent collections of severa...

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17th Century Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass, Bronze

Antique Rare Mechanical Orrery, Astronomical Instrument  by Jan Felkl Praga 1870
Antique Rare Mechanical Orrery, Astronomical Instrument  by Jan Felkl Praga 1870

Antique Rare Mechanical Orrery, Astronomical Instrument by Jan Felkl Praga 1870

By Jan Felkl

Located in Milan, IT

Rare orrery, or mechanical model depicting the solar system, from the second half of the 19th century. On the cartouche of the globe we read: Globus Jan Felkla Syn Roztoky Prahy. Bro...

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1860s Czech Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Large Antique 3-Draw Telescope, Irish, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Edwardian
Large Antique 3-Draw Telescope, Irish, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Edwardian

Large Antique 3-Draw Telescope, Irish, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An Irish, terrestrial or astronomical instrument in enamelled brass and leather, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century Northern Irish Edwardian Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique Telescope, 3 Draw Refractor, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English
Antique Telescope, 3 Draw Refractor, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English

Antique Telescope, 3 Draw Refractor, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English scope dating to the early 19th century, circa 1820. Perfect for bird watching,...

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Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Leather

Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial & Astronomical Use
Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial & Astronomical Use

Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial & Astronomical Use

By Dollond, London

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique telescope by Dollond dating to the mid-19th century, a 'day or night' single draw scope suitable for terrestrial or astronomical use, circa 1850. A fine example...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Astronomical Instruments

Antique Two Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian, 1850
Antique Two Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian, 1850

Antique Two Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian, 1850

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique two draw telescope. An English, mahogany and brass refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1850. Perfect for bi...

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Mid-19th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Large Antique Telescope, English, Single Draw, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian
Large Antique Telescope, English, Single Draw, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian

Large Antique Telescope, English, Single Draw, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique telescope. An English, single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by Dollond of London, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Pe...

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Mid-19th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Fruitwood

Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian
Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian

Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique four draw telescope. An English, brass refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by Dollond of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Perf...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Metal

19th Century French Brass Astronomical Telescope Signed Gregoire Opticien Lyon
19th Century French Brass Astronomical Telescope Signed Gregoire Opticien Lyon

19th Century French Brass Astronomical Telescope Signed Gregoire Opticien Lyon

Located in Milan, IT

Brass astronomical telescope, focusing with one extension with rack and view finder, with on adjustable wood tripod.

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1870s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian, C.1880
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian, C.1880

Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Victorian, C.1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, mahogany and brass terrestrial and astronomical refractor, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Perfect for bird watching, ...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

19th Century Rare Brass Pocket Compass Marine Navigation, Travelling Instrument
19th Century Rare Brass Pocket Compass Marine Navigation, Travelling Instrument

19th Century Rare Brass Pocket Compass Marine Navigation, Travelling Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

Towards the end of the nineteenth century, they diversified their products by manufacturing optical instruments such as astronomical and terrestrial telescopes, levels, theodolites, ...

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1880s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

1918s Small Brass Magnetic Pocket Compass Signed Negretti & Zambra Antique Tool
1918s Small Brass Magnetic Pocket Compass Signed Negretti & Zambra Antique Tool

1918s Small Brass Magnetic Pocket Compass Signed Negretti & Zambra Antique Tool

Located in Milan, IT

Towards the end of the nineteenth century, they diversified their products by manufacturing optical instruments such as astronomical and terrestrial telescopes, levels, theodolites, ...

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1910s Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Large 19th Century Empire Ormolu Mantel Clock
Large 19th Century Empire Ormolu Mantel Clock

Large 19th Century Empire Ormolu Mantel Clock

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H 25.2 in W 18.51 in D 7.49 in

Large 19th Century Empire Ormolu Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

The relief depicts an arrangements of male figures who converse and hold mathematical and astronomical instruments. The clock base features an egg and dart border to the upper edge. ...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Ormolu, Bronze

Vintage Civil War Era Field Glasses by Queen & Co.
Vintage Civil War Era Field Glasses by Queen & Co.

Vintage Civil War Era Field Glasses by Queen & Co.

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

By 1888, the company had six departments: physical and chemical, engineering, ophthalmic, microscopical, magic lantern, photographic. Among the instruments and apparatus made were ai...

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1860s American Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

Occasus Ortus: An Astronomical Measuring Device for Angular Precision, c.1780
Occasus Ortus: An Astronomical Measuring Device for Angular Precision, c.1780

Occasus Ortus: An Astronomical Measuring Device for Angular Precision, c.1780

Located in Langweer, NL

IV, and others are likely used for either fine-tuning or enhancing the precision of the main apparatus. Instrument’s Purpose: This device, based on the precision and the degree mark...

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1780s European Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Paper

1914 Brass Survey Nautical Pocket Compass Signed Magnapole by Negretti & Zambra
1914 Brass Survey Nautical Pocket Compass Signed Magnapole by Negretti & Zambra

1914 Brass Survey Nautical Pocket Compass Signed Magnapole by Negretti & Zambra

Located in Milan, IT

Towards the end of the nineteenth century, they diversified their products by manufacturing optical instruments such as astronomical and terrestrial telescopes, levels, theodolites, ...

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1910s British Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass

17th Century Armillary Sphere
17th Century Armillary Sphere

17th Century Armillary Sphere

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H 23.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

17th Century Armillary Sphere

Located in New Orleans, LA

Sometimes called a "spherical astrolabe," this armillary sphere is a marvel of early astronomical study. Similar instruments are highlighted in the permanent collections of severa...

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17th Century Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Brass, Bronze

Baroque Solar System & Zodiac Map – Homann Doppelmayr, Hand Colored c.1742
Baroque Solar System & Zodiac Map – Homann Doppelmayr, Hand Colored c.1742

Baroque Solar System & Zodiac Map – Homann Doppelmayr, Hand Colored c.1742

Located in Langweer, NL

The outer margins include additional astronomical diagrams, observational instruments, and symbolic imagery linking astronomy, theology, and natural philosophy.

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Mid-18th Century German Antique Astronomical Instruments

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Paper

18th Century French Neoclassical Ormolu Pendulum Clock Astronomical Allegory
18th Century French Neoclassical Ormolu Pendulum Clock Astronomical Allegory

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Antique Astronomical Instruments For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique astronomical instruments for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique astronomical instruments — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. Antique astronomical instruments have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Georgian and Regency antique astronomical instruments are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique astronomical instruments over the years, but those made by Dollond, London, Jan Felkl and Elton's are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

Finding the Right Collectibles-curiosities for You

Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior. 

Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical 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. 

And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.

The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.

Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.  

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.

Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.

Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.

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