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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

$1,854.18
£1,353
€1,578.49
CA$2,539.76
A$2,824.77
CHF 1,475.01
MX$34,374.44
NOK 18,838.09
SEK 17,666.80
DKK 11,780.91
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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 Victorian period, circa 1890. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Appealingly patinated Officer of the Watch type telescope Displays a desirable aged patina throughout Long, tapering primary barrel dressed with a weathered canvas and rope jacket Eye-catching silvered and brassed metalwork catches the eye Single tube draws smoothly with a reassuring action Generously sized 45mm (1.75") objective in good order Flared eyecup decorated with fine concentric detail Indistinctly engraved to the draw tube 'D... London 7667' in the manner of Dollond To the reverse, remnants of a personalised engraving Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display This is a charming antique telescope, an example of the Officer of the Watch type favoured onboard in the 19th century and closely following the manner and quality of Dollond. Delivered polished and ready to display or enjoy. Dimensions: Closed Length: 63.5cm (25'') Fully Drawn Length: 81.5cm (32'') Objective Diameter: 45mm (1.75'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.4 in (1 cm)Width: 0.4 in (1 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.80631stDibs: LU2645327209772

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