Officer of the Watch Telescope, Ross London c.1890 Library Table adjustable reading table or duet

adjustable reading table or duet stand dating to c

late Regency c

The high quality acanthus leaf carving to the knees features scrollwork to the sides and deep fluting down to the lion's paw feet that stand upon ball and plinth

Max Depth: 5cm (2'')

A fine example with good proportion

Officer of the Watch Telescope, Ross London c.1890 Library Table adjustable reading table or duetOur Stock # LFA 1378 This is an antique, 'Officer of the Watch' telescope dating to the latter part of the 19th century. Inscribed on the draw tube 'Ross, London, No. 29975, Sold by Robinson & Co., Singapore', this achromatic telescope is typical of the type used on board ship in the late 19th century. Ross, based in London, were a respected name in optics and produced quality scientific instruments. Robinsons, a pioneering and leading department