12th May, 2022 12:00
Fine Scientific and Medical Instruments
An Early 18th Century Lignum Vitae Telescope
English, c.1750, unsigned, body turned from Lignum Vitae, fixed focus with lenses held in situe with brass clips, with later replacement brass caps to eyepiece and objective, length 11cm
Sold for £325
Result plus buyers premium
English, c.1750, unsigned, body turned from Lignum Vitae, fixed focus with lenses held in situe with brass clips, with later replacement brass caps to eyepiece and objective, length 11cm
Auction: Fine Scientific and Medical Instruments, 12th May, 2022
