Antique Day or Night Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Henry Ward, Victorian Fire Screen Suitable for daily use

Suitable for daily use

tapering front legs decorated with fluting

Finished in a classic pale cloth

octagonal low table dating to the late 20th century

Shield Width: 52cm (20

Antique Day or Night Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Henry Ward, Victorian Fire Screen Suitable for daily useOur Stock # 18. 8059 This is a large antique Day or Night telescope. An English, single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by Henry Ward of Hull, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Rare and fascinating 'day or night' telescope Good optics presenting a clear, sharp performance Broad