English, c.1800, engraved to the drawer tube 'Gilbert & Wright London', telescope with polished mahogany body, 4 drawer tubes, lens cap in a faux shagreen card case, telescope extended 108cm
Footnote: Acording to Clifton Gilbert & Wright worked 1790-1805 when the company became Gilbert, Wright & Hooke
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English, c.1800, engraved to the drawer tube 'Gilbert & Wright London', telescope with polished mahogany body, 4 drawer tubes, lens cap in a faux shagreen card case, telescope extended 108cm
Footnote: Acording to Clifton Gilbert & Wright worked 1790-1805 when the company became Gilbert, Wright & Hooke
Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments, 3rd Dec, 2024