A James Chapman 2-inch brass refracting telescope on stand,  English,  late 18th century,
A James Chapman 2-inch brass refracting telescope on stand, English, late 18th century,
signed Made by Jas. Chapman, St Catherine's London, the tube with rack and pinion focusing mounted on bracket and tapering column above folding tripod with steadying strut, on mahogany case with two eyepieces and R B Bate trade label, tube 30in (76cm) long
Estimate:
£600 - 800
€700 - 930
US$ 910 - 1,200

Footnotes

  • James Chapman is recorded as having a workshop at St Catherine's from 1774-1796.

Category: Collectibles / Scientific Instruments


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