English Victorian Blue & Brass Telescope
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian brass and blue telescope on adjustable mahogany tripod base.
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments
Brass
English Victorian Blue & Brass Telescope
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian brass and blue telescope on adjustable mahogany tripod base.
Brass
Victorian Ebonized Telescope with Brass Trim, Adjustable Tripod, 1890
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian ebonzied metal and brass trim telescope on adjustable dark stained tripod base (signed: WOOD, late ABRAHAM & CO, LIVERPOOL)
Brass
$1,687Sale Price / set|20% Off
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.
Brass
$388
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 74cm x D 5cm
Brass
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.
Brass
$1,436Sale Price / set|20% Off
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.
Brass
$1,065Sale Price / set|20% Off
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.
Brass
Mid-Victorian Dancer Manchester Brass & Hardwood Terrestrial Telescope, c. 1850
Located in Nottingham, GB
A handsome mid-Victorian English terrestrial table telescope by the noted Manchester scientific instrument maker John Benjamin Dancer, dating to circa 1850–1860.
Brass
$1,500Sale Price|20% Off
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.
Brass
$1,436Sale Price / set|20% Off
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.
Brass
Pair of Victorian Mahogany-Brass Telescopes, 1st half 20th C.
Located in Leuven , BE
Pair of Victorian Mahogany-Brass Telescopes, 1st half 20th C.
Brass
$1,787Sale Price|20% Off
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.
Brass
$1,476Sale Price|20% Off
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 terrestrial or astronomical use in the manner of Dollond of London, dating to the late...
Oak
$1,773Sale Price|20% Off
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.
Brass
$850Sale Price|43% Off
Charming Vintage Gentleman's Library Telescope
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage gentleman's library telescope Not sure exactly of it's age. Estimated Mid Victorian Period ( 1860-1880).
Brass
English Brass & Leather Hand Held Telescope
Located in Queens, NY
English (19th Century) brass and leather hand held telescope
Brass
Antique Mahogany & Brass Telescope by Newton Instruments, England, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large free-standing Astronomical & "Look-Out" Telescope on tripod is on a base of Brass and Mahogany. Made by revered scientific instrument company Newton of England, this piece ...
Brass
$3,214Sale Price|20% Off
Large, Antique Telescope Tripod, English, Pine, Observatory, Rack, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large, antique telescope tripod. An English, pine observatory rack dating to the late 19th century, circa 1900. Original painted finished displays a desirable aged patin...
Pine
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Brass Telescoping Piano Oil Lamp & Hand Painted Floral Shade c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique piano oil lamp offers hand painted floral shade over brass base having foliate embossed font and raised on telescoping shaft having three legs terminating in paw feet, c18...
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, Stanley of London, and dated 1885.
Brass, Bronze
Antique Naval Maritime Brass Telescope by Kelvin White & Hutton for USS Cheyenne
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and quite rare antique U.S. naval maritime brass telescope or spyglass made by Kelvin White & Hutton of London for the USS Cheyenne naval vessel, circa early 1900s. ...
Brass
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. Manufacturer T. Cooke & Sons, York. Tel...
Brass, Steel
A small mid 19th C brass telescope with an original folding brass tripod stand
Located in Central England, GB
This fine and very rare small scale brass telescope is a delightful piece of Victorian engineering with quality optics.
Brass
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H 3.86 in Dm 1.11 in
Victorian Novelty Silver Combined Scent Bottle Vinaigrette as a Telescope Kittie
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
A fine quality and extremely rare novelty silver combined Scent Bottle and Vinaigrette made in the form of a telescope with attached chain and suspension ring, the middle of the oute...
Silver
Polished Brass Telescoping Floor Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Two Light Polished Brass Telescoping Floor Lamps Supported By Tripod Cabriole Legs.
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H 25 in W 45 in D 12 in
American 19th Century Brass Table-Top Telescope by James Queen, Philadelphia
Located in Woodbury, CT
A fine and large table top brass telescope by James W. Queen of Philadelphia, circa 1860. Contained in its original labeled box with two additional eye pieces, this telescope is rema...
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H 7.29 in W 1.26 in D 1.26 in
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Fruitwood, Brass, Henry Hughes, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Hughes, 120 Fenchurch Street, London Henry Hughes occupied the Fenchurch Street address between 1845 and 1855 Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass Captains Stand for display Th...
Brass
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H 1.78 in W 1.78 in D 10.04 in
Antique Lord Bury 4 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, JH Steward, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A captivating and pleasingly tactile Victorian telescope Displaying a desirable aged patina, in good original order Dashing appearance, dressed discretely in lightly time worn black ...
Brass
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H 1.58 in W 10.04 in D 32.88 in
Antique Lord Bury 4 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Steward, Victorian, C.1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A captivating and pleasingly tactile Victorian telescope Displaying a desirable aged patina, in very good order Dashing appearance, dressed discretely in quality black leather Pol...
Leather
Antique English Three-Drawer Brass Telescope by J H Steward, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous three-drawer Victorian telescope made from polished solid English brass, which has just been professionally re-polished to gleam.
Brass
Victorian Brass And Baleen Table Telescope
By Casartelli
Located in Essex, MA
WITH FITTED MAHOGANY BOX. SIGNED CASARTELLI, 43 MARKET ST , MANCHESTER
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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
This is an antique library telescope. An English, brass astronomical mounted refractor by Dollond of London, dating to Victorian period, circa 1880.
Brass
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H 7.09 in W 3.15 in D 0.1 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, English, Two Draw, Small, Terrestrial, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pocket telescope. An English two draw, small refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use and dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
Brass
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H 15.95 in W 5.71 in D 0.99 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pocket telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use.
Brass
19th Century Victorian Brass Telescope On A Stand, c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
19th Century Victorian large brass telescope from an English country manor with 31/2inch refracting lens, both large and fine focus, the latter being rack and pinion.
Brass
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H 25.99 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Antique Telescope, Three-Draw, Refractor, English Victorian, Spotter, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use.
Brass
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H 14.38 in W 5.32 in D 0.08 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three-Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1895
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English Victorian Scope dating to the late 19th century circa 1895.
Brass
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H 16.34 in W 5.71 in D 0.97 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three-Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English Victorian Scope dating to the late 19th century circa 1900.
Brass
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H 28.35 in Dm 5.71 in
Antique Maritime Telescope, English, Brass, Walnut, Ship, J. Sewill, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique maritime telescope. An English, brass and walnut mounted ship's instrument by J.
Brass
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H 0.99 in W 0.99 in D 13.39 in
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 late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Brass
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H 1.34 in W 10.63 in D 23.23 in
Antique 2 Draw Telescope, English, Chromed Brass, Terrestrial, Astro, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 2 draw telescope. An English, chromed brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Brass
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H 16.34 in W 5.91 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, 3 Draw, Refractor, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pocket telescope. An English, brass and leather 3 draw refractor of the Victorian period and dating to the late 19th century, circa 1900.
Brass
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H 0.99 in W 0.99 in D 3.94 in
Small Antique 6 Draw Pocket Telescope, English, Travel, Baker, London, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique 6-draw pocket telescope, an English hiking or navigational instrument by Baker of London, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.
Brass
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
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.
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 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 42.92 in
Antique Terrestrial Telescope, English, Single Draw Refractor, NSL, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique terrestrial telescope. An English, single drawer refractor with National Service League mark, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
Glass
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
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.
Brass
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Brass
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Victorian, 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, brass and leather terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.
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
This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, enamelled brass 'The Sign Post' terrestrial refractor with compass by Lawrence & Mayo of London, dating to the late Victorian period,...
Brass
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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
This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, terrestrial and astronomical refractor in leather case by JP Cutts, Sutton & Son, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.
Leather
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, brass 'Day or Night' terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.
Brass
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Large Antique Officer of The Watch Telescope, English, Dollond, Victorian, 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique 'officer of the watch' telescope. An English, single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by Dollond of London, dating to the late Victorian per...
Oak
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. The piece has some wear to the brass surfaces but is in gre...
Brass
Antique Brass Three-Draw Telescope, 19th Century
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This antique three-draw telescope dates to the 19th century. Solidly crafted with brass draws and a brass barrel wrapped in leather, this antique telescope is a beautiful example of ...
Brass
19th Century Bronze and Leather English Telescope
Located in Valladolid, ES
An extraordinary bronze English telescope. It is a marine telescope in a very good condition with leather in the middle. From England. Height 77 cm open and 40 cm closed.
Bronze
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H 70 in W 40 in D 40 in
Monumental Antique English Brass Telescope Tripod Maritime Instrument Nautical
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare and genuine 19th century English Victorian brass telescope on tripod stand. Features amazing optics and a large adjustable base with spike pointed feet.
Brass
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H 19.99 in W 56.7 in D 9.45 in
Antique Library Telescope, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Scottish E. Lennie
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Lennie, Edinburgh' to the collar Standing upon a robust, table top, tripod of cabriole legs and spade feet The fitted pitch pine case in good antique order Original retailers card...
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H 33.27 in Dm 1.19 in
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...
Brass
Signed 19th Century French Brass Tabletop Telescope with Tripod
Located in San Francisco, CA
A French 2 inch diameter brass refracting telescope retaining its original tripod, signed on the barrel "Victor Chevalier, Opticien Quai de L' horlage No 77." The Chevalier family wa...
Brass
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H 36.62 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Antique Telescope on Stand, Terrestrial Astronomical Negretti & Zambra, 1899
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope dating to the late 19th century, 1899. In fine order physically and optically Upright image, ideal for terrestrial or astronomical use Delivered wit...
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 terrestrial or astronomical use by renowned manufacturer Broadhurst Clarkson and dating t...
Large 19th Century Brass Tabletop Telescope by William Harris & Co.
By William Harris
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A very large antique brass astronomical telescope by William Harris & Co 50 Holborn London. William Harris worked at this address from 1816-1839, which helps date the telescope to ...
Brass
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H 20.28 in Dm 1.97 in
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...
Brass
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H 5.12 in W 40.95 in D 8.67 in
Antique Telescope, 2.75" Refracting Achromatic Library Scope, Early 19th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, 2.75" refracting achromatic library Scope, early 19th century. Presented in original pine case with some historic travel labels Upright image for t...
Brass
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H 20.28 in Dm 1.97 in
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...
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 English scope by J.P. Cutts of London (headquartered in Sheffield) dating to the early 19...
Brass
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H 23.04 in W 8.08 in D 1.3 in
Antique Telescope, Three Draw Refractor, J Casartelli and Son, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use.
Brass
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H 28.75 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in
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 astronomical use by renowned manufacturer Dollond and dating to the mid-19th century. P...
Brass
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H 13.78 in W 3.55 in D 0.99 in
Pocket Telescope, 6 Draw, English, Compact, Negretti and Zambra, circa 1860
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pocket telescope, a six draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English compact Scope by Negretti and Zambra dating to the mid-19th century, circa 1...
Brass
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H 23.82 in W 18.12 in D 0.12 in
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 English, 'Officer of the Watch' telescope dating to the early 20th century. Perfect f...
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, mounted on a sturdy tripod base, features brass tubes and a sighting scope. The craftsm...
Brass
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H 54 in W 72 in D 22 in
R & J Beck Brass Refracting Telescope with Tripod and Original Carrying Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
An impressive English brass 3.5" diameter refracting telescope made and signed by R & J Beck retaining its original brass mounted tripod and mahogany carrying case with many addition...
Mahogany
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H 2 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
Antique Brass Wood and Malachite Telescoping Book Rack Slide Holder, circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Victorian brass-mounted Coromandel wood sliding book rack with inset malachite plaques. Made to the Betjemanns patented slide design; engraved with patent number 10597. ...
Malachite, Brass
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H 22.71 in Dm 1.61 in
England 1880 British Navy Four Draw Long Monocular Telescope In Wood And Brass
Located in Miami, FL
British four-Draws Monocular Telescope. Very unusual monocular telescope, created in England during the Victorian era, in the last three-quarters of the 19th century, circa 1880.
Brass, Bronze
Victorian Brass Telescope
Located in Essex, MA
The telescope with reeded mahogany cover and brass fittings with a tripod folding base.
Mahogany
Antique English Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand, Circa 1890.
Brass
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H 24.81 in W 17.52 in D 0.99 in
Antique Marine Telescope, English, Single Draw, Ship, Refractor, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique marine telescope. An English, silvered brass single draw 'officer of the watch' ship's refractor with personal inscription, dating to the late Victorian period, ci...
Brass
Antique Victorian H Kuhn Philadelphia Brass Library Tripod Base Telescope
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique Victorian brass library tripod stand telescope. Label on the original box engraved H Kuhn.
Brass
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H 19.1 in W 6.5 in D 0.12 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English Victorian Scope dating to the late 19th century circa 1880.
Brass
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H 13.59 in W 4.83 in D 0.08 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English Victorian Scope dating to the late 19th century, circa 1890.
Brass
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H 13.59 in W 4.83 in D 0.08 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English Victorian scope dating to the late 19th century, circa 1890.
Brass
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H 1.58 in W 1.58 in D 10.04 in
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Terrestrial Instrument, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, terrestrial navigational instrument in brass and walnut, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
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 stunning finely cast polished brass telescope is of exceptional quality with superb optics...
Brass
Telescope with Tripod, Metal, Decorative Object
Located in Madrid, ES
Telescope with tripod. gold metallic antique finish Decorative use, not functional. Gilt metal telescope decorated with a dark band standing on a tripod, also gilt metal, with thre...
Other
$3,850
H 20 in W 36 in D 14 in
Large Antique Solid Brass Library Telescope by Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co
Located in Montreal, QC
Large Antique Solid Brass Library Telescope by Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co Marked: '' 63 Farringdon Rd London EC. Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co''
Brass
$4,402Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 5.91 in W 39.57 in D 8.67 in
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. Per...
Brass
WWII British Six-Pounder Anti-Tank Gun Sight Telescope
Located in Nottingham, GB
A rare original British World War II No. 22D Mk I sighting telescope, manufactured by H.B.M. Co. and designed for use with the British Ordnance QF 6 pounder anti-tank gun. Construct...
Brass
$3,371
H 68 in W 37.75 in D 2.5 in
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 fabulous well cast polished brass telescope is of exceptional quality with superb op...
Brass
$45,000
H 57 in W 74 in D 4.75 in
French Brass & Polished Steel Telescope w/ Spotting Scope on Tripod Stand C 1850
By Bardou & Son
Located in Charleston, SC
French brass and polished steel telescope with removable lens cap, spotting scope, and mounted on folding tripod stand, 19th Century. Signed on focal tube by prolific telescope make...
Brass, Steel
$4,900
H 73.5 in W 46.25 in D 37 in
Antique English "Troughton & Simms, London" Standing Brass Telescope, Circa 1860
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English "Troughton & Simms, London" Standing Brass Telescope, Circa 1860.
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 case with lens covers. Late 19th Century
Vintage 5 Draw Brass Telescope
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage brass 5 draw extendable hand telescope. Comes with original cap to cover glass end and brass eyepiece cover that slides in and out of place. Unusually long telescope at just ...
Brass
$3,219Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.5 in W 31 in D 3 in
18th Century mahogany and brass telescope by Nairne & Blunt of London
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th Century mahogany and brass telescope by Nairne & Blunt of London, having a mahogany barrel with a thumb wheel to the side of the main barrel, supported on a solid brass tripod s...
Mahogany
$3,612Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.4 in W 48.04 in D 0.4 in
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...
Brass
Merlino brass telescope ornament
Located in Firenze, FI
Get a glimpse into a world of elegance with our brass telescope. Beautifully crafted from high-quality brass, this telescope is the perfect addition to any nautical or coastal themed...
Brass
A Large 19th Century Brass Table Top Telescope Marked A. Bardou, Paris
By A. Bardou
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large and impressive 19th century French brass table top telescope marked A. Bardou, Paris. (Denis Albert Bardou; 1841 - 1893) In original fitted wood box. The telescope is mounte...
Brass, Iron
Royal Navy Submarine Captains Telescope From Gieves
Located in Norwell, MA
Leather bound British royal navy officers spyglass by Ross London for Gieve Matthews & Seagrove limited. High quality in great condition and exceptional optics. Barrel color is engra...
Brass
$1,238Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
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. Perfect for bird watching, landscape...
Brass
Rustic Square Coffee Table, Walnut Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
A rustic square coffee table with a rustic walnut stained, hand-rubbed and distressed finish, tapered and turned legs, an Ogee edge on the tabletop, and a square shelf stretcher lowe...
Wood
Antique Brown Leather Riding Boots with Trees, 1890s Austria
By Rudolf Scheer & Söhne
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
A pair of exquisite decorative brown leather riding boots made by Austrian Imperial shoemaker Scheer - Purveyor of the imperial and royal court of the Austrian and Hungarian empire. ...
Leather
$61,388
H 7.09 in W 20.48 in D 13.39 in
One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box
By Windsor & Newton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely one of a kind Winsor & Newton 1977 Queen Elizabeth Jubilee presentation with sterling silver plaques and boxes Calamander wood Artist b...
Crystal, Sterling Silver
$3,800 / set
H 0.75 in Dm 10.5 in
12 Coalport Grey and Polychrome Enamel Floral Shaped Rim Dinner Service Plates
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set of 12 Coalport dinner plates feature an unusual color combination of a soft gray border decorated with a vibrant palette of brightly painted flowers. There are various combi...
Porcelain
$36,000 / set
H 19.25 in Dm 12 in
Minton 19th C Gilt Dessert Service 15 Pc. W/ Parian Figures Hand Painted Roses
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Beyond belief! This set is museum worthy, exhibiting some of the finest workmanship Minton produced. The centerpiece features an exquisite pierced tall basket lifted up by 3 tall Par...
Porcelain
$2,495Sale Price|36% Off
H 11.25 in W 23 in D 13.5 in
Rare Art Deco Cast Iron Aquarium Fish Tank by Jewel
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare deco cast iron aquarium fish tank by Jewel. As shown in original catalog page, This is the tabletop aquarium "model No 90" Missing one glass panel. The three others are the or...
Metal
Early Arts & Crafts Hammered Copper Footed Bowl by Roycroft
By Roycroft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition This early Arts & Crafts hammered copper footed bowl by Roycroft is a beautiful example of American handcrafted design from the 1910s. The rou...
Copper
Antique English Victorian Oak Revolving Bookcase 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an elegant antique oak revolving bookcase, circa 1890 in date. It is made of solid oak with slats to each side with fixed shelves on a plinth base and revolves on a solid ca...
Iron
Marine World Sea Shells Collection
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Impressive collection of Marine World taxidermy including gorgeous sea shells, sea stars, urchins, crabs and sponges. Display case is not included.
Shell
$17,138
H 14.18 in W 39.38 in D 62.21 in
Sculptural Coffee Table, Rustic, Burnt Black Wood, Carved, Handmade, Logniture
By Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
Carved from solid hardwood, this coffee table is one of the most architecturally ambitious pieces in the Logniture collection. The surface is not flat but rises across three distinct...
Wood, Oak
Chinese Qing Four Panel Carved Soapstone Coromandel Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive Chinese late Qing dynasty four panel folding coromandel screen featuring carved soapstone. The lacquered panels are decorated with idyllic scenes of beauties in a pagoda p...
Soapstone, Brass
$35,000
H 0.2 in W 146 in D 114 in
Antique 18th Century Flemish Verdure Hand Woven Tapestry 9'6 x 12'2
Located in New York, NY
Antique flemish verdure tapestry, 9'6 x 12'2. This antique Flemish tapestry, probably from Brussels is a pure verdure, no humans, just one bird and no animals disturb the sylvan tran...
Wool
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
H 13.5 in W 6 in D 4.5 in
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Coffee and Tea Set, American Colonial
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sheffield, MA
Tiffany & company four-piece sterling silver coffee and tea set, circa 1940. Comprised of coffee pot, tea pot, sugar and creamer, all with faceted corners and monogrammed 'PPB', ...
Sterling Silver
$9,208
H 10.63 in W 23.63 in D 12.21 in
Antique 9 Bell Music Box with Summer Garden Strikers by George Bendon, c. 1880
Located in London, GB
A lovely and great sounding antique music box with nine engraved bells and bird, butterfly and flowers strikers made by George Bendon in Geneva, Switzerand, c.1800. For a full video ...
Brass, Steel
$9,597Sale Price|30% Off
H 70.87 in W 52.76 in D 29.14 in
Vintage 1980s Playmatic Pinball Trailer, Folk Art Design, 134x74 cm
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Recreational machine model pinball trailer playmatic.
Iron
$4,250 / set
H 38 in W 25.5 in D 28 in
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Painted Armchairs ~ Fauteuils
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Painted Armchairs ~ Fauteuils from a grand salon set was discovered in a Paris apartment, and reflects the lasting beauty of French neoclassical...
Fabric, Walnut, Paint
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.