Antique Scientific Instruments

James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century

James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century

James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century
Signed James Short London, 115 / 851 = 7. The tube supported on short brass column above. Mahogany storage case, one corner damaged. Lacking primary italics and eye piece surround. Case 14in x 3.5in x 4in (35.5cm x 9cm x 10cm).
James Short 2-inch reflecting telescope on stand English mid 18th century