Wooden case for refracting telescope by John Browning
Wooden case for refracting telescope by John Browning, 63 Strand, London.
Refracting telescope of 3-inch aperture, with components, case and tripod
- maker:
- John Browning
Refracting telescope of 3-inch aperture, with three eyepieces and solar filter by John Browning, 63 Strand, London in fitted pine case, plus mahogany and brass tripod stand
Details
- Category:
- Astronomy
- Object Number:
- 1990-435
- Measurements:
-
overall (estimate): 2000 x 1300 x 900 mm
box: 150 x 1035 x 237 mm
- type:
- telescope - refracting
- credit:
- Riddetts
Parts
Three eyepieces and two filters for refracting telescope
Selection of three eyepieces and two filters for refracting telescope of 3-inch aperture by John Browning, 63 Strand, London.
- Materials:
- brass (copper, zinc alloy) , mahogany (wood) and glass
- Object Number:
- 1990-435 Pt2
- type:
- instrument component , eyepiece and light filter
- Image ©
- The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Refracting telescope of 3-inch aperture and tripod
Refracting telescope of 3-inch aperture, with three eyepieces and solar filter by John Browning, 63 Strand, London with mahogany and brass tripod stand.
- Materials:
- brass (copper, zinc alloy) , mahogany (wood) and glass
- Object Number:
- 1990-435 Pt3
- type:
- instrument component and telescope - refracting
