Online September Auction (Sale #269)

Glass Eye U.S.A Brass and Wood Telescope on Matching

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Start price: $150

Estimated price: $300 - $350

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Glass Eye U.S.A Brass and Wood Telescope on Matching Tripod

Reproduction of an 18th century “counting house telescope” on a mahogany tripod, 30x, 60mm achromatic objective lens, prism erecting system; provenance: Chicago, Illinois estate

Condition: Good, overall light wear consistent with age and normal use; telescope veneer tubing splitting, minor scuffs and scratches; we cannot guarantee the operation

Height: 55 inches, Length: 33 inches (tripod and telescope)

Category: Decorative Arts > Objects

Shipping Status: Due to size, weight, value or shipping complexity, this item must be shipped via a 3rd Party and the shipping cost may be high. We recommend contacting multiple shipping vendors for an estimate as the cost may vary greatly.

Approximate Sale Time: 11:13 am CST

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Condition: Good, overall light wear consistent with age and normal use; telescope veneer tubing splitting, minor scuffs and scratches; we cannot guarantee the operation

Dimensions: 55 x 33 in