A FINE THEODOLITE BY DENNERT & PAPE, HAMBURG, CIRCA 1894
constructed in oxidised and lacquered brass, the 11in. telescope with bubble level and circular vernier scale, mounted by A-frames to patinated brass platform signed as per title and numbered 12561, bubble level to centre, opposing verniers with magnifiers, silvered scales with gilt edging and bevelled glass covers, sprung retention throughout and threaded levelling screw to feet -- 13in. (33cm.) high overall
Sold for £1,984
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
fine overall condition
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A FINE THEODOLITE BY DENNERT & PAPE, HAMBURG, CIRCA 1894
constructed in oxidised and lacquered brass, the 11in. telescope with bubble level and circular vernier scale, mounted by A-frames to patinated brass platform signed as per title and numbered 12561, bubble level to centre, opposing verniers with magnifiers, silvered scales with gilt edging and bevelled glass covers, sprung retention throughout and threaded levelling screw to feet -- 13in. (33cm.) high overall
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))