Monocular - 1850-1900
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Terrestrial telescope in brass with lacquered wood inserts, dating from 1850–1900, extending from 28.5 cm to 109 cm, in good physical condition and not tested functionally.
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Antique terrestrial telescope, made of brass with lacquered wood inserts (or wood-like material) in a burgundy color. Instrument composed of multiple extendable sections, typical of portable telescopes for observation and navigation. The brass shows a uniform patina with normal signs of wear and superficial oxidation, consistent with the object's age; there are small scratches and signs of use on the wood veneer, not compromising its integrity. The end cap is present. Estimated period: late 19th – early 20th century. Probable European manufacture, likely French or English, typical of terrestrial and nautical telescopes produced between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The use of brass, the multi-section telescopic structure, and the lacquered wood insert are common features of instruments made in France, England and, to a lesser extent, Germany in the same period. Engraving on the end cap: “Regazzi Giuseppe – Via Carlo Felice 40 – Genova”, reasonably traceable to the Italian dealer/optician with whom the instrument was marketed.
Maximum extension length: 109 cm.
minimum extension length: 28.5 cm.
Antique terrestrial telescope, made of brass with lacquered wood inserts (or wood-like material) in a burgundy color. Instrument composed of multiple extendable sections, typical of portable telescopes for observation and navigation. The brass shows a uniform patina with normal signs of wear and superficial oxidation, consistent with the object's age; there are small scratches and signs of use on the wood veneer, not compromising its integrity. The end cap is present. Estimated period: late 19th – early 20th century. Probable European manufacture, likely French or English, typical of terrestrial and nautical telescopes produced between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The use of brass, the multi-section telescopic structure, and the lacquered wood insert are common features of instruments made in France, England and, to a lesser extent, Germany in the same period. Engraving on the end cap: “Regazzi Giuseppe – Via Carlo Felice 40 – Genova”, reasonably traceable to the Italian dealer/optician with whom the instrument was marketed.
Maximum extension length: 109 cm.
minimum extension length: 28.5 cm.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Number of items
1
Material
Brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Not tested
Height
109 cm
Width
109 cm
Depth
0 cm
Diameter
20 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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