Officer of the Watch Telescope, Ross London c.1890 Library Table Field panels with carved clam

Field panels with carved clam shell appliqu̩

lustrous shine of the mahogany top is rich with dark russet hues displaying good grain detail

in quatrefoil form

as seen in the thickness of the drawer fronts and a pegged construction add solidity

In a classical urn form the stepped base åÊsupports the flared vase with ribbed rim and is flanked with crested handles

Officer of the Watch Telescope, Ross London c.1890 Library Table Field panels with carved clamOur 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