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mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Antique circa 1900 brass Telescope on a tripod stand & stamped on middle collar Thomas J Lock ltd.
£775.00
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Our Stock # 24068This is an antique maritime telescope. An English, brass and walnut mounted ship's instrument by J. Sewill, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.Fascinating maritime focused telescope with superb stand and of renowned manufactureDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughoutBrass presents warm golden hues, the primary barrel dressed in a quality faux crocodile finishWalnut stand presents fine grain interest and rich caramel huesOf good size, the single draw scope pulls smoothly to its extentClear, bright objective element with a diameter of 45mm (1.75'')Engraved to the draw tube, lightly polished but mostly legible'J. Sewill. Maker to the Admiralty, Liverpool and Cornhill London - Day and Night'Pull forward sun shade covers the element from direct sunshineTurned eye cup to the rear with inset sliding dust coverStand suitable for mounting within a gunwale socket upon a vessel, with a diameter of 30mm (1.25'')Rotating upon its axis, the stand supplied with a mahogany display baseThis is a superb antique maritime telescope, a fine example by John Sewill of Liverpool and London. Set upon an unusual articulated stand and supplied with a quality display base. Delivered ready to enjoy.Dimensions:Closed Depth: 51cm (20'')Fully Drawn: 96.5cm (38'')Objective Diameter: 4.5cm (1.75'')Height on Stand (at Horizontal): 72cm (28.25'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Maritime Telescope, English, Brass, Walnut, Ship, J. Sewill, Victorian
£2,450.00
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Our Stock # 18.9872This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial spotter's refractor in leather case, dating to the Great War period, circa 1915.Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.An attractive telescope with quality leather protective caseDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderRich tan coloured leather dresses the primary barrel and sun shadeOf 3 draw type, opening with a reassured action to each tubeClear, bright objective lens with a diameter of 48mm (2")Quality, matching leather dust cup present for the objective and eyepieceThe eyepiece finished with concentric ring turningSupplied with a London Fine oak and brass Captains Stand for displayEngraved to the rear barrel 'The 22/100 Spotter - J.H. Steward Ltd, LondonThe Spotter was often used in the Great War by sniper's to spot targetsFurther engraved with Made in EnglandThis is a fine antique telescope, dressed within a superb leather case and graced with beautifully polished brightwork. As good to use today as it was over a hundred years ago. Delivered ready for use or display.Dimensions:Closed Length: 27cm (10.75'')Fully Drawn: 72cm (28.25'')Objective Diameter: 4.8cm (2'') Find out more about J.H. Steward here...Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War
£985.00
view detailsbore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Condition excellent also excellent working order nice clean box, offering free delivery worldwide reference DR7
£175.00
view detailsfrank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
An interesting barograph contained in a walnut glazed case. This fine instrument is offered in complete working condition, together with ink bottle and charts, which are contained in a pull out drawer in the base....
£650.00
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Our Stock # 18.9822This is an antique 2 draw telescope. An English, chromed brass terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display.Of generous proportion when fully drawn, and neatly stowed in its own caseDisplaying a desirable aged patina, some light marks commensurate with useLeather covered primary barrel tanned in dark green with some light colour wearPolished draw tubes show bright silvered tones, lightly marked from gentle usePresenting a clear optical performance, with a 34mm (1.25") primary objective lensLift-off dust cap to the objective, the flared eye cup benefits from a sliding type dust coverDraws with a pleasingly firm action to a length of 59cm (23.25'')Rich amber hues to the lightly time-worn external jacket caseThis is an appealing antique 2 draw telescope, showing quality Victorian craftsmanship and drawing to an impressive length. Delivered ready for use or display.Dimensions:Closed Length: 27cm (10.75'')Fully Drawn: 59cm (23.25'')Objective Diameter: 34mm (1.25'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique 2 Draw Telescope, English, Chromed Brass, Terrestrial, Astro, Victorian
£895.00
view detailsbore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Vintage considered 1920’s instruments in its original box, was given as gift to person named on the plaque on lid of box, make fantastic desk top item, boxes sizes are length of 30 cm width...
£295.00
view detailsbore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Looks to be complete untested outer case a little worn a interesting torture machine from the dec 20’s, offering free delivery reference DBSS.
£250.00
view detailsgeorgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1910. Edwardian aneroid barometer and thermometer within a carved solid oak case. Surmounted by a foliate carved pediment, the thermometer mounted on a silvered metal background within a glazed frame and surrounded by open...
£375.00
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Our Stock # 18.9432This is an antique flower display table. A Dutch, mahogany and inlaid fold-over gate leg console table, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1780. Captivating craftsmanship with exceptional colour and detailDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect stocks beam with rich caramel hues and fine grain interestBeautifully inlaid with quality boxwood and appleStriking triangular form when folded, ideal for corner placementCentral medallion presents a potted urn with sprouting foliageFurther decorated with outer foliate motif, bordered with fine stringingGracefully extends upon a pair of hinges to form a square profileGate leg rotates from the centre to support the upper leafPair of oval foliate medallions accentuate the extended appearanceSlender tapering legs graced with flowerhead motif and block pattern detailThis is a superb antique flower display table, with a striking appearance and of useful fold-over nature. Crafted with a fine choice of timbers and inlays to great effect. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Folded Width: 100cm (39.25'')Folded Depth: 50.5cm (20'')Folded Height: 76.5cm (30'')Extended Width: 100cm (39.25'')Extended Depth: 101cm (39.75'')Extended Height: 75cm (29.5'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Flower Display Table, Dutch, Inlaid, Console, Gate Leg, Georgian, 1780
£2,850.00
view detailsfrank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
A top quality instrument in perfect working order. The hinged top complete with original carrying handle and maker’s plate, opening to a very well preserved mechanism, scale and thermometer. The instrument comes with an unusual...
£550.00
view detailsbore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Top maker, barograph comes in used but good condition and fully working order, note a top item has eight bellows draw with one spare marker original key ideal desks top item length being 32 cm...
£975.00
view detailstown house traders ltd, south kirby, united kingdom
Offered for sale is this antique oak cased aneroid barometer Light golden oak carved cased with porcelain thermometer & barometer dial offered in good clean original condition UK mainland delivery £35.00 . This is not a postal service
£175.00
view detailsdavid wilson antiques, manchester, united kingdom
This version of this sunwatch is rarely seen, as the vast majority were destined for the US market. Sunwatch of lacquered brass construction, comprising lidded sundial, the dial plate printed with principal latitude set at...
£85.00
view detailsmartlesham antiques, martlesham, united kingdom
19th Century inlaid mahogany banjo barometer by L Casatelli of Liverpool, having an architectural top with a central brass finial, the shaped mahogany case having decorative shell inlay and boxwood stringing, large circular engraved silvered...
£1,350.00
view detailsmartlesham antiques, martlesham, united kingdom
A fabulous quality early 19th Century mahogany stick barometer by Girolimo of London, having an architectural top with a central brass finial, rectangular silvered dial with a glazed and hinged door, the dial itself displays...
£1,750.00
view detailsdavid wilson antiques, manchester, united kingdom
Antique French Travel Microscope Not marked apart from the word Depose, French for patent. This would mean the microscope is a French make. That was retailed in Ireland, as inside of the box is an...
£75.00
view detailsdavid wilson antiques, manchester, united kingdom
Dollond of London Marine Telescope. Made for copper brass & wood. Size extends to 34cm and retracts to 13.5 cm. Box 16.5 long 6cm high & 6cm deep. One small nick to the wood, Beautiful...
£25.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8244This 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 inscriptionDisplaying a desirable aged patina throughoutSilvered brass presents bright, reflective tonesBright objective with large 55mm diameter — some marks to lens edgeFront element protected by sliding sun shadeRemovable dust cover encloses the element when not in usePrimary barrel dressed distinctively in a later, quality faux crocodile coverFlared eye-cup to rear, the sliding dust cover absentThe single draw tube engraved 'Dennis - 122 Bishopsgate St - London'Personalised from a George John Malcolm to an Arthur PhillpottsFront dust cover engraved with a small company tower emblemSupplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for displayThis 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'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: 4' Long Antique Telescope, English, Silvered Brass, Dennis of London, Victorian
£895.00
view detailsfrank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
An interesting Barograph contained in a light oak case. Complete with a thermometer with an Ivorian scale, pen adjuster, and a faceted cut ink well. A good complete item in full working order Should you...
£650.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8759This is an antique four draw telescope. An English, brass refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by 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.Of superb length when fully drawn, with a compact form when closedDisplays a desirable aged patina throughoutGood optics from the broad 50mm diameter objective, presenting a clear, sharp performanceDraws with a firm, positive action to a length of almost 3' 6"Stout primary barrel dressed with a tactile, later faux crocodile coverFourth draw tube engraved 'Dollond, London'Eye cup protected with a swivel type dust coverSupplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for displayThis is a fine antique four draw telescope, with striking length when fully drawn and bearing the famous Dollond name. As good to use today as it was over a hundred years ago. Delivered polished and ready to enjoy.Dimensions:Closed Length: 28cm (11'')Fully Drawn Length: 106cm (41.75'')Objective Lens Diameter: 50mm (2'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Dollond, Victorian
£1,275.00
view detailsbore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Untested but looking complete and in good shape glass tube is cracked see pics easy replacement comes with original earphones also with its rare Ariel cable and parts, in a good quality mahogany box too,...
£345.00
view detailsbore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
One of his very best, this superb barograph fitted into superb mahogany case comes in good working order, offering free worldwide delivery reference BBB Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all...
£595.00
view detailskoos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Art Deco Walnut And Chrome Barometer Thermometer. Very Stylish, still with the original glass spiral thermometer. With original makers label from Lufft founded in 1881 who made only the barometer mechanism and retailers label from...
£675.00
view detailskoos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Art Nouveau Very Stylish Dutch Oak Barometer. Finely carved with irises and still with the original barometer and glass thermometer. Dutch circa 1900 In very good original used condition 52.5cm high 23cm wide 4.5cm deep. Price: £475,--
£475.00
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