Vintage Library Telescope, English, Brass, Broadhurst Clarkson, Astronomical

Our Stock # 25217

This is a vintage cased library telescope. An English, brass 'Starboy' astronomical mounted refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.

• Presents consistent golden colour throughout with a desirable, gently aged patina
• Original primary barrel in good order with light markings under close inspection
• Striking brass brightwork presented in eye-catching, original order
• By the renowned Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co. of London
  
  
• Primary objective shows some light spotting, but has no impairment to the image
• Generously sized, the objective has a bright, 3'' diameter (7.5cm)
• Single draw tube extends smoothly, focused by knurled wheel moving an internal rack and pinion
  
  
• Maker's mark to the rear collar; Broadhurst, Clarkson and Co. 63 Farringdon Road London
• Supplied with a two accessory eye cups and fascinating ephemera in the form of correspondence
• Attaches to the cast iron tripod with two brass turn screws and rotates through 90 degrees fore and aft

This is a fascinating vintage library telescope, an early 20th century example of Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co's Starboy line of astronomical mounted scopes. Ideal for observing the night sky in comfort. Delivered ready to be enjoyed.

Dimensions:
Case Width: 100.5cm (39.5'')
Case Depth: 22cm (8.75'')
Case Height: 15cm (6'')

Telescope Width: 37cm (14.5'')
Telescope Depth: 104cm (41'')
Telescope Height: 55cm (21.75'')