Cased Telescope
Located in London, England
Cased extending brass telescope. U.K circa 1900. Case - H 26cm x W 6cm x D 6cm. Scope H 5cm x W
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Nautical Objects
Brass
Cased Telescope
Located in London, England
Cased extending brass telescope. U.K circa 1900. Case - H 26cm x W 6cm x D 6cm. Scope H 5cm x W
Brass
$1,239
H 31.5 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Telescope with original leather case from World War II, English circa 1940
Located in Central England, GB
This fine example of a World War II military spotting telescope is the type issued to a British
Brass
Telescopes Vintage Signed Iseli
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/2941 , vintage French telescopes with its case: for Your holidays ! Small and convenient to
Leather
Swiss Enamel and Gold Telescope
Located in New Orleans, LA
Swiss Enamel and Gold Telescope Circa 1820 This extraordinary telescope exemplifies a rare union
Metal, Gold, Enamel
Three drawer achromatic telescope by Utzschneider & Fraunhofer of Munich
Located in London, GB
A three drawer achromatic telescope by Utzschneider & Fraunhofer of Munich, circa 1820. 1 3/8
Brass
English Brass Telescope on Tripod Stand signed Dollond, London Circa 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
English brass telescope on tripod stand with slipper feet. Telescope has the original carrying
$820 / set
H 33 in Dm 1.88 in
J H Steward Lord Bury Brass Telescopwe with Leather Case London Ca. 1870
By steward
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J H Steward Brass Telescope. The Lord Bury Telescope comes with a leather case. The brass and
Brass
$2,777
H 9.85 in W 17.72 in D 8.67 in
World War 1 era (1914-18) Director No 5 Mark 1 Brass Artillery Director Gun/Case
Located in Canterbury, England
- which means that it can be used like a normal telescope. The instrument and wooden case retain their
Brass
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H 26.5 in W 9.5 in D 1.5 in
Antique Native American Beaded Telescope Case, Blackfeet 'Plains', 1875-1900
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
A 19th century American Indian beaded telescope case (Blackfoot/Blackfeet). The case is composed of
Brass
Cased Pocket Telescope, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
leather grip and extending shade in original stitched leather covered nickel plated brass case with
Brass, Nickel
Leather Cased Telescope, by E. Bryan
Located in London, GB
A fantastic leather cased nickel plated telescope made by E. Bryan of Manchester with textured
20th Century English Solid Silver Telescope Beaker & Case, c.1922
By G.H. James & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century English solid silver telescopic beaker and a case, the beaker and case with
Silver
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Terrestrial, Leather Case, Jp Cutts, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
night sky An attractive telescope with quality leather protective case Displays a desirable aged
Leather
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H 10 in W 15 in L 10 in
Antique English "Davon" Patent Combination Micro-Telescope and case, circa 1920
By Davidson
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English "Davon" patent combination micro-telescope in original lined and stitched leather
Leather
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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
Brass
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H 20 in W 54 in D 15 in
Exquisite 19th C. Brass Telescope by Hammersley Bros. with Original Wood Case
Located in New York, NY
Mid-19th Century Brass Telescope with Original Wood Case and Lenses. This exquisite telescope
Brass
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H 74.5 in W 42 in D 44.5 in
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand in Original Case
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand in Original Case.
Brass
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H 4.14 in W 30.12 in D 7.09 in
Antique Library Telescope, English, Brass, Astronomical, Dollond, Late Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
telescope on a folding stand, closing down into a carry case Displays a desirable aged patina and presented
Brass
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H 6.3 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Antique Telescope, 3 Draw, Pocket Refractor, Broadhurst Clarkson, 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three draw pocket telescope in leather case, a refractor for
Great Quality Telescope by Maker Dollond of London, circa 1910
By Dolland
Located in London, GB
A great quality telescope in its original case by maker Dollond of London c.1910. Expanding to
Brass
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Lawrence & Mayo, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
suitable for observing the night sky. Fascinating ensemble of telescope, inbuilt compass and carry case
Brass
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H 10.63 in Dm 1.89 in
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial spotter's refractor in leather
Brass
Antique Scottish Sextant by D McGregor & Co 19th Century
By D. McGregor & Co. 1
Located in London, GB
with its original case original telescope with three fitting and D. M'Greggor and co label. A
Ebony, Mahogany
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H 17.7 in W 9.1 in D 16 in
1870s Italian Theodolite Antique Earth Scientific Instrument of Measurement
Located in Milan, IT
Burnished brass theodolite with long telescope complete with original walnut case, Italian
Brass
Long 19th Century English Mahogany Telescope Case
Located in Atlanta, GA
Long 19th Century English Mahogany Telescope Case
Mahogany
Brass Telescope with Travel Case
Located in Culver City, CA
Brass telescope. France, circa 1880. Sits on original tripod base, includes travel box
Brass
Dollond and Company Telescope with Tripod and Case , London
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful telescope in the original case including the tripod. The tube measures about
Brass
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H 66.93 in W 50.79 in D 8.67 in
Antique Telescope on Tripod, Original Case, Refractor, circa 1920-40
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope on tripod with original case, a three inch refractor for terrestrial
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H 3.5 in W 4.75 in D 2.13 in
Antique English Brass & Leather Telescoping Binoculars in Original Case, Ca 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Brass & Leather telescoping binoculars in original case, Circa 1900s. Binoculars
Brass
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H 3 in W 4.75 in D 2 in
Antique English Brass & Leather Telescoping Binoculars in Original Case, Ca 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Petite Antique English Brass & Leather Telescoping Binoculars in Original Case, Circa 1900s
Brass
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H 7.25 in W 1 in D 1.25 in
Early 20th Century Telescoping Surveryor's Pocket Slide/Leather Case circa 1940s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautifully crafted brass surveryor's pocket slide that telescopes out. Very clear, works well
Brass
Antique Telescope, Three-Draw Pocket Refractor in Leather Case, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three-draw pocket telescope in leather case, a refractor for
Brass
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H 65 in W 40 in D 3.5 in
English Brass Mounted Telescope on Walnut Tripod Stand with Case, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
original carrying case. Telescope is in working condition, Late 19th century.
Brass
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H 72 in Dm 35.25 in
19th Century Andrew J. Lloyd Boston Brass Telescope on Wooden Tripod with Case
Located in Milford, NH
A fine antique brass telescope, stamped Andrew J. Lloyd Company, a Boston, MA retailer active 1850
Brass
A telescope, four extractions, Germany 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
Mahogany case with telescope, four extractions, brass and maple leaf. Germany second half of 19th
Brass
18th Century English Gilbert & Co. Improved Sea Telescope
By Gilbert & Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
mahogany case. The single draw pulls out freely from the wooden casing. Inscribed "Improved Sea Telescope
Brass
Early 19th century brass surveyor's level with compass
Located in London, GB
original brass mounted pine case. Telescope length: 18 1/4 inches. - 46.5 cm. Fitting for tripod mount
Brass
Vintage Telescope Shelf 2-Line
Located in Waedenswil, CH
The 2-line telescope shelf consists of 3 black square telescopic rods, suitable for room heights
Steel
Large 19th Century Bardou & Sons Telescope with Case and Stand
By Bardou & Son
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 19th century Bardou &; Sons telescope with case and stand.
Brass
Early 19th Century Single Draw Marine Telescope with Original Case
Located in Salisbury, GB
Early 19th century single marine telescope with original case by Dolland of London.
Brass
Early 20th Century Gilt Brass Telescope in Original Transit Case
Located in Glamis, Angus
A wonderful early 20th century gilt brass scientific telescope. Housed within its original
Sold
H 1.58 in W 4.73 in D 3.15 in
Early Victorian Cased Student's Field Telescope by WE & F Newton, Fleet Street
Located in Salisbury, GB
A very rare and complete early Victorian cased student s field telescope by WE & F Newton, Fleet
Collector's Sighting Telescope II
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique brass telescope housed in original maker's case. Made by and engraved: No. 269 W. Ottway
Brass
Collector's Sighting Telescope I
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique brass telescope housed in original maker's case. Made by and engraved: No. 523 W. Ottway
Brass
Victorian Brass Extending Telescope with Tripod and Fitted Box
Located in London, west Sussex
, wooden compartment case. The telescope measures approximately 25 ½ in – 65 cm long, 2 in – 5 cm barrel
Brass
Antique binoculars
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Unique collection of antique binoculars $295.00,opera glasses with leather case $115.00 and
Brass
$462
H 7.49 in W 5.12 in D 1.38 in
Antique Military Reference Book, Deeds That Won the Empire, History, Illustrated
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique copy of Deeds That Won the Empire by W. H. Fitchett - an engaging bound and illustrated military history book presented in its intact, original order with only lig...
Paper
Murano Glass Fish Sculpture by Licio Zanetti
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Murano glass fish sculpture by Licio Zanetti. The fish is signed on the bottom and has beautiful layers of opalescent glass. The piece is signed on the bottom. Fish measures 12" wide...
Murano Glass
Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Wucai Porcelain Dragon Bowl, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain wucai (five color) glazed bowl painted in underglaze blue and overglaze red, green, and yellow upon a pure white ground, and featuring a design...
Porcelain
$5,221
H 10.83 in W 8.67 in D 1.78 in
Rare Hand Carved 1587 Fighting Scots City of York Coat of Arms Armoiral Crest
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand carved wall plaque coat of arms for the city of York Fighting Scots dating from 1587 This is a very good looking and well made ...
Wood
"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book
Located in New York, NY
Explore the stars and planets and beyond through art over the ages – an international panel of experts take you on a journey through man's record of the universe – from ancient cave ...
Paper
$3,880
H 1.5 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box
Located in Brea, CA
Antique 19th century hand painted Chinese fan with mother of pearl faces, Qing dynasty, the fan features black and gold lacquered handled a colorful screen with a figural, hand paint...
Lacquer
$7,200
H 38.5 in W 34 in D 36.5 in
Hans Wegner Getama 375 Lounge chair with Ottoman in Solid Oak and Wool
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A terrific and special Hans Wegner for Getama solid oak lounge chair. In incredible original condition with original wool upholstery and solid oak frame and arms. . Solid oak frame...
Wool, Oak
$2,500 / set
H 0.88 in W 8 in D 4.63 in
English "Grand Tour" Derbyshire Specimen Marble Plaque Paperweights, circa 1850
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A collection of three 'Grand Tour' English / Italian polychrome marble plaques or paperweights, one rectangular; two of cartouche form, the 'Derbyshire' or 'Belgian Black' marble sla...
Marble
Tunbridge Box Still Bank, circa 1870s
By Tunbridge Ware
Located in Incline Village, NV
This Tunbridge box still bank is indigenous to the Tunbridge ware cottage industries of the town of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England in the 18th and 19th century. Typically the boxes w...
Wood
$8,750
H 5.52 in W 5.52 in D 6.3 in
Antique Painted Memento Mori Skull, Dated 1769 Birth Year of Napoleon I
Located in Doha, QA
A truly extraordinary and evocative object: an 18th century hand-carved wooden skull, richly hand-painted and inscribed with the date 1769. This rare Memento Mori was created as a me...
Wood, Paint
$2,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 8 in W 6.25 in D 3.5 in
"Girl and Goose, " Rare Pair of Art Deco Bronze Bookends by Bach
By Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully detailed, with a gorgeous deep patina, this rare pair of bronze bookends by Oscar Bach depict girls holding geese by the neck, like something out of a charming nursery rh...
Bronze
Biennale Stool-Table in Oak, by Kari Virtanen
By Kari Virtanen
Located in Fiskars, FI
The Biennale stool was made for the Architectural Biennale of Venice, as something that can be found in many Finnish cottages or homes. Naturally, the Biennale stool is bigger and he...
Oak
19th Century French Butchers Block by Trussant & Cie
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 19th century French butchers block in the original paint finish. The piece is decorated with wonderful cast bull heads and a carved shell motif to the upstand, and a lovely ...
Beech
19th Century Chinese Lacquered and Giltwood Frame Fan
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese lacquered and giltwood frame fan with chinoiserie decoration double leaf depicting Chinese daily scenes, animals and flowers with original case and framed, minor...
Lacquer
Sold|$1,672
H 9.06 in W 3.15 in D 31.7 in
Antique Gun Slip Case, English, Leather, Leg of Mutton Rifle Sleeve, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique gun slip case. An English, leather leg of mutton shotgun or rifle sleeve, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Superb, antique country pursuits gun ca...
Leather
MCM Travel Domino Set in Miniature Briefcase
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage MCM travel domino set in miniature briefcase, circa 1970s. A very cool domino set in a brown and tan striped faux leather case with 28 dominoes and the original instruction ...
Plastic, Faux Leather
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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