Antique Telescope, Bancks and Son, English, 3 Draw, Late 18th Century, C.1800 Gas Lamp Robustly constructed in select mahogany

Robustly constructed in select mahogany

this complete set is of a 'club' size with the king measuring approximately 9cm (3

Treble keys decorated in pearloid ivory with glittering sharp keys

Raised at the fore on cabriole legs with pad feet and complimented by swept rear legs

Basket Depth: 32

Antique Telescope, Bancks and Son, English, 3 Draw, Late 18th Century, C.1800 Gas Lamp Robustly constructed in select mahoganyOur Stock # 18. 5065 This is an antique telescope, engraved Bancks & Son. An English three draw refractor dating to the late 18th century, circa 1800. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Original condition and displaying a desirable aged patina Parallel fruitwood primary barrel in good order Three draw refractor withdraws with a smooth action, easy to focus