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Large Brass Library Telescope on Folding Tripod Base from Scotland

About the Item

A fine large Scottish working library telescope of brass, from the 19th century, for terrestrial or astronomical use. Featuring a primary barrel with a fine focusing wheel and eye tubes for different magnifications, with a single red-tinted filter for night-time viewing, mounted to a brass and iron folding table-top tripod stand. Marked: D. McGregor & Co., Glasgow & Greenock
  • Creator:
    D. McGregor & Co. 1 (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 41 in (104.14 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Fine antique condition - Wear commensurate with age and use - Please see accompanying photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Q00561stDibs: LU88279263943

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