AN EXCEPTIONAL 8IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY WILLIAM DOLLOND, LONDON, CIRCA 1860
the lacquered brass and partially oxidised T-frame retaining most of its original finish, the arc signed Dollond London and inscribed Silver above '70' with inset scale divided to 145°, vernier with magnifier on horizontal tangent screw adjustment, and glass light diffuser, braced index arm, mirrors and seven shades on oxidised frame section, handle with stand clamp accessory and three pin feet, contained within fitted keystone box of issue with complete accessories including five eyepieces, filter and pin, with maker's label inside lid, and securing hook -- 14in. (36cm.) diameter
William Dollond (1834–1893) was the last of this famous family of makers and, upon his retirement in 1871, a dispersal sale was held on the premises by Winstanley & Horwood at which the contents were sold from the 8th of August in a sale lasting several days. The outstanding original condition of this instrument suggests it may have been part of this sale.
AN EXCEPTIONAL 8IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY WILLIAM DOLLOND, LONDON, CIRCA 1860
the lacquered brass and partially oxidised T-frame retaining most of its original finish, the arc signed Dollond London and inscribed Silver above '70' with inset scale divided to 145°, vernier with magnifier on horizontal tangent screw adjustment, and glass light diffuser, braced index arm, mirrors and seven shades on oxidised frame section, handle with stand clamp accessory and three pin feet, contained within fitted keystone box of issue with complete accessories including five eyepieces, filter and pin, with maker's label inside lid, and securing hook -- 14in. (36cm.) diameter
William Dollond (1834–1893) was the last of this famous family of makers and, upon his retirement in 1871, a dispersal sale was held on the premises by Winstanley & Horwood at which the contents were sold from the 8th of August in a sale lasting several days. The outstanding original condition of this instrument suggests it may have been part of this sale.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus'), 30th Apr, 2019
Pictures and Naval - 1-61
Sailor Art - 65-97
Shipwreck and East India Co. - 100-125
Collectables inc. Rowing, Liner and Fittings - 128-167
Instruments 170-249
Ship Models - 250-287
Viewing
Saturday, 27th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Sunday, 28th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Monday, 29th April
(10am - 5pm)
Tuesday, 30th April
(10am - 11am (limited view only))