Rare Miniature Dollond Antique Telescope, Refracting Achromatic, 18th Century

This is an antique telescope, a large single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English, late Georgian piece dating to circa 1820. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy; Fully inspected and lenses cleaned by our in-house restorer. Larger than most presenting a clear, sharp optical performance Tapered, original painted, primary barrel in good order Draw tube in good order with smooth action 56mm, 2.25" objective lens Presents a good, sharp and bright image Engraved 'Cary, London' Complete with lens CAP and swivel dust cover Supplied with an London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display An historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago. Dimensions: Max Drawn Length: 112cm (44'' Closed Length: 76cm (30'') Objective Glass Diameter: 5.6cm (2.25'') About Cary, The Stand, London William Cary was born in 1759, the third of four brothers to George and Mary Cary. The eldest, George, was a haberdasher, John a map maker and the youngest, Francis, an engraver. William served his apprenticeship under Jesse Ramsden, arguably one of the finest instrument makers in England, and went on to produce Fine instruments himself, working alongside his brother John. They produced telescopes, microscopes, navigation and surveying equipment, mechanical calculators...

This is an antique three-draw telescope. An English,walnut and brass navigational or astronomical instrument by Lincoln of London, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. A fine and tactile example of Georgian optical craftsmanship Crafted with a striking walnut main barrel, displaying warm amber tones Walnut exhibits a fine grain pattern, with minimal wear commensurate with gentle use Features three smoothly operating brass draw tubes, with bright golden hues Engraved to the rear barrel with 'Lincoln, London' – a noted maker of the period Fitted with a push-type dust cover to protect the 40mm primary objective lens Bright, functional optics with a clear image – suited for both display and gentle use A handsome piece for the collector of nautical antiques or scientific instruments Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display Further enhanced with the original leather carry sleeve, in lightly time worn order Elegant and evocative, this Georgian telescope...