AN EXPEDITION THEODOLITE BY W. S. JONES, LONDON, CIRCA 1800
constructed in lacquered brass, the 6in. main tube with bubble level, mounted with A-frames to compass platform signed as per title and with elevation arc, with thumb-screw adjustment, mounted on attractive tri-form stand with bubble, adjustable pin feet and threaded plummet -- 8in. (20cm) high (overall); contained in later box
Sold for £744
Estimated at £600 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
AN EXPEDITION THEODOLITE BY W. S. JONES, LONDON, CIRCA 1800
constructed in lacquered brass, the 6in. main tube with bubble level, mounted with A-frames to compass platform signed as per title and with elevation arc, with thumb-screw adjustment, mounted on attractive tri-form stand with bubble, adjustable pin feet and threaded plummet -- 8in. (20cm) high (overall); contained in later box
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Speedy'), 6th Nov, 2018
Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Main View and Sale Venue:
25 Blythe Road
London, W14 0PD
Large Object View and Post-Sale Collection:
6 Imperial Studios
3-11 Imperial Road
London, SW6 2AG
Press enquiries: Suzanne Trisk press@charlesmillerltd.com
Viewing
Saturday, 3rd November
(12noon-5pm)
Sunday, 4th November
(12noon-5pm)
Monday, 5th November
(10am-5pm)
Tuesday, 6th November
(10am-11am - limited view only)