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19th C. John Byrne Brass Telescope with tripod

$3,475
£2,646.59
€3,050.58
CA$4,861.50
A$5,464.01
CHF 2,845.51
MX$66,455.83
NOK 36,411.79
SEK 34,529.11
DKK 22,767.53
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About the Item

19th C. John Byrne brass telescope with tripod. Marked John Byrne New York 1882. 3.5 inch refracting telescope with 43.5 inch main tube. A wonderful piece of history, Optics are not functional. needs work. Glass is all there as far as I know, Its an amazing set.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 75 in (190.5 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1883
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The optics need work, cant see clear.
  • Seller Location:
    Sag Harbor, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2252343204822

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