Dollond of London Telescope on Tripod
Located in Norwell, MA
Wood barreled table top library telescope by Dollond of London. With long tapered wood barrel
Vintage 1960s European Nautical Objects
Brass
Dollond of London Telescope on Tripod
Located in Norwell, MA
Wood barreled table top library telescope by Dollond of London. With long tapered wood barrel
Brass
Brass Library Telescope by Wellington of London Circa 1800
Located in Norwell, MA
Fabulous library telescope with engraved collar marked with makers name "Wellington, Crown Court
Brass
Antique Telescope, English, Silvered Brass, Dennis of London, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
'Captain's Stand' for display This is a quality antique telescope by Dennis of London, of superb
Brass
A Fabulous Early 20th Century Brass Telescope by Clarkson, London
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous early 20th Century brass telescope with a plaque marked 'Clarkson, London' This
Brass
Antique Telescope, Large, Single Draw Refractor, Cary London, circa 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a large single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An
Brass
Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display This small six-draw telescope
Brass
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
Brass, Bronze
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
Mahogany
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
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
Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Victorian Officer of the Watch telescope, circa 1900 Signed to the draw tube for Ross of London, renowned
Brass
A Very Rare 19th Century Four Inch Diameter Telescope by 'Steward of London'
By J.H Steward
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare 19th Century four inch diameter telescope by 'Steward of London' of exceptional quality
Brass
A Very Fine Early 19th Century Brass Telescope By W. & T. Gilbert, London
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine early 19th Century (1819 - 1831) brass telescope by W. & T.Gilbert, London. This
Brass
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
Brass
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
Brass
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
Brass
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
Brass
Small Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Spyglass, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique three draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial spyglass, dating to the
Brass
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
Brass
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
Brass
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Terrestrial Instrument, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
suitable for observing the night sky. This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, terrestrial
Brass
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
Brass
Antique Lord Bury 4 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, JH Steward, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Bury Telescope, Sole Manufacturer - J.H Steward, 406 Strand, London Supplied with a London Fine oak and
Brass
Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Ross
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
a quality antique telescope by Ross of London, a fine example of the Officer of the Watch breed
Leather
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
Brass
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
Brass
Large Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Leather Spyglass, Victorian, 1860
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique three draw telescope. An English, brass and leather terrestrial or maritime
Brass
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
Brass
Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique 'officer of the watch' telescope. An English, single draw refractor for
Oak
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
Brass
Celestial Table Globe by Harris and Son
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
of globes, mathematical instruments, telescopes from Bloomsbury, London. On their “New Celestial
Mahogany
Victorian Novelty Silver Combined Scent Bottle Vinaigrette as a Telescope Kittie
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
form of a telescope with attached chain and suspension ring, the middle of the outer body covered in
Silver
Unavailable|$1,195
Three Draw Telescope, circa 1755
By Francis Watkins
Located in Houston, TX
"Three Draw Telescope," Watkins at Charing Cross, London circa 1755. Jeremiah and Walter
Unavailable|$2,600
Long-view "Gregory & Son London"
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
James Gregory (1638-1675) In 1663 he devised the first reflecting telescope. Based in London
Brass
Antique Telescope, 3 Draw, Pocket Refractor, Dollond, London, Mid-19th Century
By Dollond, London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three draw pocket telescope, a refractor for terrestrial or
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
Brass
Ross of London Brass & Leather Telescope on Tripod Stand, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
The telescope on Stand with leather/brass barrel and black painted tripod feet, signed "Ross London
Brass
Sold|$2,723
Floor Standing Telescope by West, London
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good 2.5' astronomical floor standing telescope by West in the original oak case and original
Brass Telescope with Leather-Covered Handle
By Ross London
Located in Milan, IT
Brass telescope with leather-covered handle, signed Ross London of the second half of the 19th
Antique Telescope, Three-Draw Refractor, English, Georgian, circa 1800
By Dollond, London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three-draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An
Brass
Vintage Telescope, Tripod, Broadhurst Clarkson, London, Starboy, Astronomical
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large, vintage telescope on a tripod and supplied with a case, by Broadhurst, Clarkson
Brass
Early 19th Century Small Six Draw Pocket Telescope by Cary
By Cary
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
An early 19th century lacquered brass six drawer pocket telescope by Cary, London. Unusual focusing
Brass
Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1850
By Dollond, London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
throughout Inscribed 'Dollond London Day or Night' Indicating the telescope is good for all light
Brass
Antique Telescope, Dollond 'Day or Night' Terrestrial, Astronomical, circa 1850
By Dollond, London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Day or Night' Indicating the telescope is good for all light conditions Supplied with a London Fine
Brass
Vintage Stanley London Brass & Leather Nautical Captains Monocular Telescope
By Stanley
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Stanley London nautical maritime collapsible brass ships telescope / spyglass with brown
Brass
1938 Ottway London Tabletop Telescope on Adjustable Tripod Stand
By W. Ottway & Co. LTD.
Located in Kinderhook, NY
, Ealing, London. Engraved specifications read W A/T Power 7 Telescope for High Angle Gun, No. 1245, 1938
Brass
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
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
Late 19th century Brass Telescope C. Baker High Holborn London
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A late 19th or early 20th century telescope by the prestigious English maker C. Baker of 244 High
Brass
Antique Telescope, Dollond London, Terrestrial Four-Draw Refractor, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope by Dollond dating to the early 19th century, a four-draw Scope
Brass
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
Antique, Telescope, Two Draw, Mahogany, Brass, J.P. Cutts, London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An
Brass
Antique Telescope, Single Draw Terrestrial Refractor, Dollond London, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An
Brass
19th/20th Century Hammersley London Brass Telescope or Spyglass on Tripod
By Hammersley
Located in Milford, NH
A nice example of a large brass telescope or spyglass on brass & wooden tripod, signed “Hammersley
Brass
Antique Telescope, Regency, Baker of London, Two Draw Refractor, circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope by noted retailer and manufacturer, Baker of London, a two draw
Brass
Antique Telescope, H Hughes and Son, London, Officer of the Watch
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An
Brass
Sold|$22,000
Tripod Telescope
Located in Norwell, MA
Brass tripod telescope by Ross of London.
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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