AN UNUSUAL PORTABLE 2½IN. REFRACTING ASTRONOMICAL LIBRARY TELESCOPE BY WILLIAM HARRIS, LONDON, CIRCA 1805
the 28in. brass tube signed on the back plate Wm. Harris, 47 Holborn, London, with massive central thread, rack-and-pinion fine focus, dust slide and lenscap, mounted on folding tripod stand -- 20½in. (52cm.) high

William Harris occupied this address between 1805 and 1815. The barrel's ability to divide in half would have made this an especially practical instrument for observation work away from the confines of a building.

Condition Report
Optics in good order - image inverted as one would expect; lacquerd finish now largely gone, lens cap edge sprung.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.