Telescope

Description

Distance finding telescope of brass and marked number 16, designed by Sir David Brewster and made by William Harris and Co., London, c. 1815

Museum reference

T.2004.2.1

Collection

History of Science

Object name

Telescope

Production information

William Harris and Co., Manufacturer
London, England, Northern Europe
Brewster, David, Sir, 1781 - 1868, Designer

Date

c. 1815

Materials

Brass, Glass

References

Brewster, David, Sir. "A Treatise on Philosophical Instruments . . ." Edinburgh, 1813.