Antique Scientific Instruments

Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod

Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod
Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod

Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod

Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 Library Telescope on Original Tripod. A superb antique library telescope on its original folding metal tripod. It was made by'Negretti and Zambra' and dates to the late 1800s / early 1900s. The telescope is made of brass and has a single large tube covered with black leather and an extendable eyepiece which focuses the telescope using the rack and pinion knob on the side.

It also comes with its protective end cap. The telescope sits atop a short folding metal tripod. A fixing bracket which tightens around the tube and allows the telescope to swivel completely around and move up and down. Both the telescope and stand are in excellent condition and display beautifully - a real statement piece. The telescope has clearly been well looked after and there are no major damages, it has only suffered some minor dinks and small knocks to the tube.

The lenses are undamaged and produce a clear and crisp image with an incredible range. Please bare in mind the telescope is 100 years old and the lenses will not be like new. There are some small specks of dirt on the lenses but it is perfectly useable. Length of Telescope : 50" (127cm) to 53" (134cm) extended. The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions at all please ask.

The item "Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod" is in sale since Monday, October 14, 2019. This item is in the category "Antiques\Science/Medicine\Scientific Instruments".

The seller is "inanutshellantiques" and is located in Ashburton. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Australia, United States, Bahrain, Canada, Brazil, Japan, New Zealand, China, Israel, Hong Kong, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Bolivia, Barbados, Brunei darussalam, Cayman islands, Ecuador, Egypt, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, French guiana, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Macao, Monaco, Maldives, Martinique, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Paraguay, Reunion, Saudi arabia, South africa, United arab emirates, Ukraine, Chile, Bahamas, Colombia, Costa rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Kuwait, Panama, Qatar, Trinidad and tobago, Uruguay, Viet nam.

  • Period: 1800 to 1900
  • Material: Brass
  • Type: Telescope


Superb Large Antique Negretti and Zambra 3 1/2 inch Library Telescope on Tripod