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English Brass Telescope

Pair of Heavy English Brass Telescoping Floor Lamps
Pair of Heavy English Brass Telescoping Floor Lamps

Pair of Heavy English Brass Telescoping Floor Lamps

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A pair of heavy brass English telescoping fluted floor lamps with round base on three feet.

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Early 20th Century Floor Lamps

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Brass

English Brass Telescope w/ Spotting Scope & Stabilizer Bar on Tripod Stand 1870
English Brass Telescope w/ Spotting Scope & Stabilizer Bar on Tripod Stand 1870

English Brass Telescope w/ Spotting Scope & Stabilizer Bar on Tripod Stand 1870

Located in Charleston, SC

English brass and polished steel telescope with spotting scope, adjustable stabilizer bar, and mounted on folding tripod stand, 19th Century.

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Antique 1870s American Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Steel

Antique Stebbing of Southampton Brass Nautical Maritime Telescope
Antique Stebbing of Southampton Brass Nautical Maritime Telescope

Antique Stebbing of Southampton Brass Nautical Maritime Telescope

Located in Nottingham, GB

A handsome leather-bound brass telescope by Stebbing of Southampton, a respected English maker renowned for producing quality optical and maritime instruments.

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Antique Late 19th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Blue & Brass Telescope
English Victorian Blue & Brass Telescope

English Victorian Blue & Brass Telescope

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian brass and blue telescope on adjustable mahogany tripod base.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

English Brass & Leather Hand Held Telescope
English Brass & Leather Hand Held Telescope

English Brass & Leather Hand Held Telescope

Located in Queens, NY

English (19th Century) brass and leather hand held telescope

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Vintage Library Telescope, English, Brass, Broadhurst Clarkson, Astronomical
Vintage Library Telescope, English, Brass, Broadhurst Clarkson, Astronomical

Vintage Library Telescope, English, Brass, Broadhurst Clarkson, Astronomical

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage cased library telescope. An English, brass 'Starboy' astronomical mounted refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique 2 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Navigational Instrument, Victorian
Antique 2 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Navigational Instrument, Victorian

Antique 2 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Navigational Instrument, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique 2-draw telescope, an English terrestrial or maritime navigational instrument, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Telescope, English, Silvered Brass, Dennis of London, Victorian
Antique Telescope, English, Silvered Brass, Dennis of London, Victorian

Antique Telescope, English, Silvered Brass, Dennis of London, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a long antique telescope. An English, silvered brass single draw refractor by Dennis of London, dating to the early Victorian period and later, circa 1850.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Brass Telescope, Circa 1890, Three-Legged Base, UK
English Victorian Brass Telescope, Circa 1890, Three-Legged Base, UK

English Victorian Brass Telescope, Circa 1890, Three-Legged Base, UK

Located in Queens, NY

English (Scottish) Victorian brass tabletop telescope with 3 legged iron base.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Small Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Fruitwood, Terrestrial, Victorian
Small Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Fruitwood, Terrestrial, Victorian

Small Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Fruitwood, Terrestrial, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique three draw telescope, an English brass and fruitwood terrestrial refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

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

This is an antique three-draw telescope. An English,walnut and brass navigational or astronomical instrument by Lincoln of London, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790.

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Antique 1790s British Georgian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Telescope, English, 6-Draw, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Victorian, 1860
Antique Telescope, English, 6-Draw, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Victorian, 1860

Antique Telescope, English, 6-Draw, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Victorian, 1860

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique telescope, an English six-draw terrestrial or maritime instrument, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Large Vintage WWII Telescope, English, Brass, Military Broad Arrow, Ottway & Co
Large Vintage WWII Telescope, English, Brass, Military Broad Arrow, Ottway & Co

Large Vintage WWII Telescope, English, Brass, Military Broad Arrow, Ottway & Co

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large vintage WWII telescope, an English brass terrestrial instrument by Ottway & Co of London, dated 1945 and marked with the military broad arrow.

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Vintage 1940s British Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Leather, Newton & Co, Victorian, C.1870
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Leather, Newton & Co, Victorian, C.1870

Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Leather, Newton & Co, Victorian, C.1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, brass and leather dressed refractor by Newton & Co, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Vintage 3-Draw Telescope, English, Navigation, Astrological, Broadhurst Clarkson
Vintage 3-Draw Telescope, English, Navigation, Astrological, Broadhurst Clarkson

Vintage 3-Draw Telescope, English, Navigation, Astrological, Broadhurst Clarkson

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage 3-draw telescope. An English, leather and brass navigational or astronomical instrument, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

Category

Vintage 1930s British Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

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.

Category

Early 20th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian

Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson & Co, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, leather and brass terrestrial refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique 2 Draw Telescope, English, Maritime, Day or Night, Richardson, Regency
Antique 2 Draw Telescope, English, Maritime, Day or Night, Richardson, Regency

Antique 2 Draw Telescope, English, Maritime, Day or Night, Richardson, Regency

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique 2-draw telescope. An English, terrestrial or maritime ‘Day or Night’ instrument by Richardson of London, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

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Antique 1820s British Regency Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Ross Telescope, English, 3 Draw, Terrestrial Refractor, Early 20th, 1920
Antique Ross Telescope, English, 3 Draw, Terrestrial Refractor, Early 20th, 1920

Antique Ross Telescope, English, 3 Draw, Terrestrial Refractor, Early 20th, 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Ross of London telescope. An English, brass three draw terrestrial refractor, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor by Davis of London, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique English Bone Telescope Walking Stick Cane 19th Century 92cm/36 inches
Antique English Bone Telescope Walking Stick Cane 19th Century 92cm/36 inches

Antique English Bone Telescope Walking Stick Cane 19th Century 92cm/36 inches

By Stanley & Co., London 1

Located in London, GB

This is a fine antique Victorian sectional bone telescope walking stick, marked for the maker,  Stanley of London, and dated 1885. The striking stick features a handle composed of a...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorab...

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Brass, Bronze

Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900
Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900

Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Officer of the Watch telescope. An English, brass single draw terrestrial or marine spyglass by Ross of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

W. Ottway & Co Ltd Brass Power 7 Telescope on Wooden Tripod Stand
W. Ottway & Co Ltd Brass Power 7 Telescope on Wooden Tripod Stand

W. Ottway & Co Ltd Brass Power 7 Telescope on Wooden Tripod Stand

By W. Ottway & Co. LTD.

Located in Milford, NH

A fine English brass power telescope on wooden tripod stand stamped “W.

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Mid-20th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Signed 19th Century Mahogany and Brass Telescope on Custom Oak Wall Mount
Signed 19th Century Mahogany and Brass Telescope on Custom Oak Wall Mount

Signed 19th Century Mahogany and Brass Telescope on Custom Oak Wall Mount

Located in San Francisco, CA

An English mahogany and brass single draw telescope made and signed by William Bruce, Kings Head Court Shoe Lane London, circa 1830.

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Antique 1830s English Georgian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

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English Brass Telescope, 20th Century
English Brass Telescope, 20th Century

English Brass Telescope, 20th Century

Unavailable

H 20 in W 16 in D 8.5 in

English Brass Telescope, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A beautiful 20th century English brass telescope on an adjustable mahogany tripod base.

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20th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century English Brass Telescope with Folding Tripod
Early 19th Century English Brass Telescope with Folding Tripod

Early 19th Century English Brass Telescope with Folding Tripod

Located in Atlanta, GA

Early 19th century English brass telescope with folding tripod by Watkins, Charing, Crofs, London, marked.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Brass Telescope and Stand
19th Century English Brass Telescope and Stand

19th Century English Brass Telescope and Stand

Unavailable

H 16 in W 9 in D 4 in

19th Century English Brass Telescope and Stand

Located in Alexandria, VA

Antique refracting brass and mahogany four-draw telescope with a brass tripod table stand, and having slides to cover both lens and eyepiece, English, late 19th century.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

English Refracting Telescope
English Refracting Telescope

English Refracting Telescope

Unavailable

H 51 in W 46 in D 3 in

English Refracting Telescope

By Thomas Harris and Son

Located in Savannah, GA

Working brass telescope on mahogany tripod base. Signed "Tho. Harris and Son Opticians to the Royal Family, 52 Gt. Russell Street, London 1880" Brass tube is adjustable as is tripod ...

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Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

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Brass

Early 20th Century English Telescoping Surveyors Measure
Early 20th Century English Telescoping Surveyors Measure

Early 20th Century English Telescoping Surveyors Measure

Located in Burton, TX

Telescoping surveyors measuring staff made of wood with brass fittings. Marked 'Houghton-Butcher Mfg. Co. Ltd., London 1918 N0. 1.195'. Lovingly cared for, it is in working condition...

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Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments

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Brass

Early 20th Century English Telescoping Surveyors Measure
Early 20th Century English Telescoping Surveyors Measure

Early 20th Century English Telescoping Surveyors Measure

Located in Burton, TX

Telescoping surveyors measuring staff made of wood with brass fittings. Marked 'Houghton-Butcher Mfg. Co. Ltd., London 1918 No. 1.173'. Lovingly cared for, it is in working conditio...

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Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments

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Brass

English Brass Telescope On Later Stand
English Brass Telescope On Later Stand

English Brass Telescope On Later Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

An English brass telescope made and signed by E. ELLIOT/TELESCOPE HOUSE, 63 FARRINGDON RD., LONDON E.C.on later triangular mahogany stand.

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Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

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Brass

19th Century English Brass Telescope On Stand
19th Century English Brass Telescope On Stand

19th Century English Brass Telescope On Stand

By Taylor, Taylor and Hobson

Located in Buchanan, MI

19TH CENTURY ENGLISH BRASS TELESCOPE ON STAND SIGNED TT & H LTD.

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Antique 19th Century British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

English Brass Telescope with Mahogany Handle
English Brass Telescope with Mahogany Handle

English Brass Telescope with Mahogany Handle

Located in Milan, IT

English brass telescope with mahogany handle, focusing with three extensions, mid-1800s.

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Antique 1860s British Nautical Objects

An English Brass Telescope Raised on Wooden Tripod Stand
An English Brass Telescope Raised on Wooden Tripod Stand

An English Brass Telescope Raised on Wooden Tripod Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

A handsome English brass telescope raised on a wooden tripod stand; Stamped: "W.

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Early 20th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

An English Brass Telescope Raised on Adjustable Rosewood Stand
An English Brass Telescope Raised on Adjustable Rosewood Stand

An English Brass Telescope Raised on Adjustable Rosewood Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

A handsome English brass telescope raised on an adjustable rosewood tripod stand; stamped "W.

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Early 20th Century English More Carpets

An English Brass Telescope Raised on Adjustable Wooden Tripod
An English Brass Telescope Raised on Adjustable Wooden Tripod

An English Brass Telescope Raised on Adjustable Wooden Tripod

By W. Ottway & Co. LTD.

Located in San Francisco, CA

A handsome English brass telescope raised on an adjustable wooden tripod stand; the heavy, well-made brass telescope raised on 3 adjustable legs ending in iron feet; Stamped: "W.

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Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments

English Brass Telescope on Walnut Tripod Stand, Circa 1870
English Brass Telescope on Walnut Tripod Stand, Circa 1870

English Brass Telescope on Walnut Tripod Stand, Circa 1870

Located in Charleston, SC

English brass telescope on adjustable walnut tripod stand.

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Antique 1870s English William IV Scientific Instruments

English brass telescope on tripod.
English brass telescope on tripod.

English brass telescope on tripod.

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine English brass 3 1/2" diameter telescope with rack and pinion focus on a later oak floor tripod, circa 1880.

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Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Early-Mid 19th Century English Brass Telescope
Early-Mid 19th Century English Brass Telescope

Early-Mid 19th Century English Brass Telescope

Located in San Francisco, CA

Large brass telescope made by G. Dollond, one of England's best known and most highly regarded instrument makers. It comes with its original mahogany fitted box and the original labe...

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Antique 19th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

19th Century Antique Three Draw English Brass Telescope with Handle Leather
19th Century Antique Three Draw English Brass Telescope with Handle Leather

19th Century Antique Three Draw English Brass Telescope with Handle Leather

Located in Milan, IT

Brass telescope with leather handle, made at the end of the nineteenth century, focusing with three extensions.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Brass and Mahogany Telescope, Mid-19th Century
Brass and Mahogany Telescope, Mid-19th Century

Brass and Mahogany Telescope, Mid-19th Century

Located in Milan, IT

English brass telescope with a slightly splayed mahogany handle, made in the mid-19th century.

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Antique 1860s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Brass and Rope Telescope Second Half of the 19th Century
Brass and Rope Telescope Second Half of the 19th Century

Brass and Rope Telescope Second Half of the 19th Century

Located in Milan, IT

English brass telescope with leather and rope handle, made in the second half of the 19th century, focusing with three extensions, complete with dust flap and sunshade extension.

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Antique 1860s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

English Brass Military Telescope
English Brass Military Telescope

English Brass Military Telescope

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H 67 in W 49 in D 3.5 in

English Brass Military Telescope

Located in Houston, TX

From England, a standing telescope made of brass and leather. Standing on a brass and wood tripod Stand at lowest point 40.5 inches and rising to 67 inches, the Scope is 3.5 inches i...

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Vintage 1940s English Historical Memorabilia

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Brass

English Tabletop Telescope in Solid Brass
English Tabletop Telescope in Solid Brass

English Tabletop Telescope in Solid Brass

Located in Astoria, NY

English tabletop telescope with adjustable height in solid brass, with a screw lock and standing atop folding tripod legs.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

English Telescope by Dollond
English Telescope by Dollond

English Telescope by Dollond

Located in Atlanta, GA

English telescope by Dollond, a 200 year old telescope maker in London.

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Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

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.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Scientific 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.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

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.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

English Mahogany Telescope. Signed Dollond.
English Mahogany Telescope. Signed Dollond.

English Mahogany Telescope. Signed Dollond.

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H 39.5 in W 47.5 in D 12 in

English Mahogany Telescope. Signed Dollond.

By Dolland

Located in Milan, IT

English Mahogany wood telescope with brass tripode , with rack and pinion focusing.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

British Brass Telescope
British Brass Telescope

British Brass Telescope

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H 60 in W 52 in D 35 in

British Brass Telescope

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th century English polished brass telescope by WRAY of London.

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20th Century English Scientific Instruments

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English Brass Telescope For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the English brass telescope you’re looking for. Frequently made of brass, metal and wood, every English brass telescope was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect English brass telescope — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An English brass telescope is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian, Victorian and Regency styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one English brass telescope that is appealing in its simplicity, but D. McGregor & Co., Dollond, London and Hammersley produced versions that are worth a look.

Finding the Right Scientific-instruments for You

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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