{"product_id":"large-antique-4-draw-telescope-english-maritime-spyglass-w-harris-william-iv","title":"Large Antique 4 Draw Telescope, English, Maritime Spyglass, W Harris, William IV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Stock # 26110\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis is a large antique four draw telescope. An English, brass and mahogany terrestrial or maritime spyglass, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePerfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOf excellent proportion and finish, this fine optical instrument presents with both practical appeal and decorative presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eCrafted from quality brass, displaying rich golden tones and gentle age patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003ePrimary barrel dressed in quality stock, with fine grain interest and rich russet hue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eReplete with a pleasingly patinated leather carry case, finished in a warm tan hue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eLarge, bright 48mm diameter objective lens, set within a shallow hood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eEye cup featuring a sliding cover that limits the size of the opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eSmooth action draw tubes, extending and collapsing with ease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eEngraved for the maker William Harris, 22 Cornhill - London\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eHarris occupied this location between 1828 and 1835\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eSecondary engraving likely for a previous owner, reading CC Harvey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eA fine example of a Victorian spyglass, equally suited to terrestrial or maritime observation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eSupplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis antique four draw telescope is a handsome, collectable example, with an elegant finish and enduring appeal for both maritime enthusiasts and antique collectors alike. Delivered ready to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eClosed Length: 29.5cm (11.5'')\u003cbr\u003eFully Drawn: 110.5cm (43.5'')\u003cbr\u003eObjective Diameter: 48mm (2'')\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Fine Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57296778854773,"sku":"26110","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/9077\/files\/26110-1.jpg?v=1781619606","url":"https:\/\/www.londonfine.co.uk\/products\/large-antique-4-draw-telescope-english-maritime-spyglass-w-harris-william-iv","provider":"London Fine Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}