A 3IN. LIBRARY TELESCOPE BY MURRAY & HEATH, LONDON, CIRCA 1860
the 37½in. main tube with shade cuff, focus wheel to single draw tube, signed on the back plate as per title, mounted on brass table stand with folding steel feet -- 20½in. (52cm.) high

Robert Murray was apprenticed to John Frederick Newman (see lot 250) in 1812 and worked for him after that; he formed his partnership with ?George Heath between 1856-1866.

Condition Report
good order mechanically and optically.

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.