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Antique Telescope, English, Silvered Brass, Dennis of London, Victorian

About the Item

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. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Superior length telescope with appealing finish and personal inscription Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout Silvered brass presents bright, reflective tones Bright objective with large 55mm diameter — some marks to lens edge Front element protected by sliding sun shade Removable dust cover encloses the element when not in use Primary barrel dressed distinctively in a later, quality faux crocodile cover Flared eye-cup to rear, the sliding dust cover absent The single draw tube engraved 'Dennis - 122 Bishopsgate St - London' Personalised from a George John Malcolm to an Arthur Phillpotts Front dust cover engraved with a small company tower emblem Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display This is a quality antique telescope by Dennis of London, of superb proportion and with an eye-catching later barrel dressing. Delivered ready to be displayed or enjoyed. Dimensions: closed length: 105cm (41.25'') fully drawn length: 126cm (49.5'') objective lens diameter: 55mm (2.25'')

Dimensions:

Height: 0.4 in (1 cm)Width: 0.4 in (1 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass

Place of Origin:

United Kingdom

Period:

Mid-19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1850

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.

Seller Location:

Hele, Devon, GB

Reference Number:

Seller: 18.82441stDibs: LU2645332603312

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