A wonderful quality Georgian library telescope, this was made by William Watkins of London in the late 18th century and comes in its original box with 2 additional lenses. It is in lovely condition and will look fabulous in any room, perhaps kept near a window with a great view over land or sea.
– Engraved to the pullout drawer tube: W. Watkins, St James Street, London, with the number 27577.
– Stands on large brass tripod base, with folding cabriole legs and compass joint.
– Tapered wooden body.
– Push/pull draw tube with rack and pinion adjustment to fine focus.
– Pre-achromatic objective glass.
– Heavy brass dust cap.
– 2 additional screw-in lenses.
– Original mahogany carrying box.
In good condition showing wear consistent with age and use.
Date: Late 18th Century
Material: Mahogany & Brass
Origin: England
Height – 60 cm
Width unextended – 114 cm
Depth at tripod base – 36 cm
Box height – 14 cm
Box width – 114 cm
Box depth – 22 cm
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