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Donovan (Gerard) Schopenhauer's Telescope (Scribner 2003) First US Edn., signed v.g.+ in cloth, d.w., book seller label, “Signed by the Author”, to front cover; Doctor Salt (Scribner 2003) First US Edn., v.g. in wrappers; Julius Winsome (NY, Overlook Press 2006) v.g.+ in cloth, d.w.; Schopenhauer's Telescope (Counterpoint, 2003) First thus., v.g. in cloth, d.w. is rubbed. (4)
A 19th Century ivory bound three draw brass-lined telescope, inscribed "G. Adams London" to barrel, housed in a red Morroco leather case, 4.4 cm closed, 8.6 cm extended x 4 cm diameter at the largest end CONDITION REPORTS The case is extremely scuffed and worn. The telescope end ring of ivory is cracked, the telescope makes a rattling sound when moved. Lenses appear clear. General wear and tear to include dirt, and light surface scratches.
A 19th Century solar telescope with spare optic, 60.5 cm long CONDITION REPORTS Metalwork with oxidisation, spotting, scratching and various marks throughout. Please see images. Three large cracks to the metalwork from the end, 10.5cm long, 3cm and 5cm, and another verso 4cm long. Optics appear to need attention. Overall requires sympathetic restoration throughout.
4th Light Dragoons Historically Important Charge of the “Light Brigade” Attributed Telescope. This telescope was carried by Quartermaster John Hill, who image was immortalised by the photographer Roger Fenton in the Crimea and on that fateful day 25th October 1854 would have used his telescope to watch his fellow Officers and Men charge into the “Valley of Death” to face the onslaught of the Russian Guns. The three draw brass telescope with black leather hand section. The telescope with the maker’s details of “A Rofs London” and engraved “John Hill Quartermaster 4 L. Dragoons”. The telescope is contained in its original black leather carrying case with sling. Overall GC ... Accompanied by a ambrotype type photograph locket. This shows Hill half length wearing a Hussar pattern uniform with medal to his chest. He holds his Light Cavalry pattern sword to his left hand and to his right can be seen white feathers of his cocked hat (worn by Quartermaster of the Regiment). The photograph is mounted into a base metal oval locket ... Also a contemporary tailors example of the Turkish Crimea Medal, with contemporary naming “JOHN HILL 4TH LIGHT DRAGOONS”. The medal with original fragile miniature medal ribbon. Quartermaster John Hill is confirmed as being present with the 4th Light Dragoons on the 25th October 1854 at Balaclava, but did not charge with the Regiment, this probably due to his age and position in the Regiment. Previously to joining the 4th Light Dragoons he had served as Deputy Provost Marshal to the Bombay Column of the Army of the Indus, during the whole period it was in the field. He was present at the storming and capture of Ghuznee. This is the medal he is wearing in the photograph which is distinctive by its thick rim. He was appointed Quartermaster of the 4th Light Dragoons on the 22nd June 1849 and was posted with the Regiment to the Crimea. His image was immortalised in the Crimea following the winter season, by the pioneering campaign photographer Roger Fenton. He is confirmed as being present at Balaclava, remaining in the Regimental lines he could only view the dramatic scene through his telescope as many of his friends and fellow Officer’s advanced through the cannon smoke towards the Russian guns. Eighteen Officers and men of the 4th were Killed with a further 24 wounded and 16 captured some of these also wounded. Quartermaster Hill was also present at Inkerman and the Siege of Sebastopol, gaining the medal with three clasps. After the Regiment returned to the UK he remained with the 4th until 1859 when he retired to the Half Pay List. The photograph of Quartermaster Hill shows him wearing the uniform of a Quartermaster as per the Army Dress Regulations of 1846, the dress of the British Army was reviewed in 1855 and then again in 1856.
Georgian Napoleonic War 11th Light Dragoons Attributed Officer’s Telescope by Shuttleworth of London. A fine quality and rare example of a three draw brass and mahogany telescope. The telescope is signed “Shuttleworth London” and to the brass band edging the mahogany section is engraved the name “Capt Mills 11th Light Dragoons”. Minor age wear. GC Sold as a Historical Collectors item only.#11;#11; Attributed to Captain John Mills, who joined the Regiment as a Lieutenant on the 8th July 1793, he is shown in the Army List as a Captain in August 1799 and is sill serving with the Regiment 1806. #11;The telescope maker is believed to be Henry Shuttleworth who operated from 23 Ludgate Street London as a scientific instrument maker 1780 to 1800.
Mixed group of military issue instruments to include a cased Astro Compass Mk 11, Air Ministry issue boxed signaling lamp type B, Collinator Small GP. O.S.875A, two T G Co Ltd Second World War marching compasses, one in a leather case and strap, a telescope sighting with level, two Bosun whistles and other items
A painted porcelain figure of a Napoleonic naval officer, in full dress with bicorne hat, sword and telescope, 11” overall. VGC A continental porcelain figure incorporating the artist’s name “R. Merli”; on ornamental gilt base which incorporates the initial “N”, and marked underneath with the crowned “N” in oval. Plate 2
2 painted porcelain figures, Napoleon and Josephine, he in full dress uniform with bicorne hat, sword and telescope, she in long dress with ornate coiffure, 10½” overall. VGC A continental porcelain figure incorporating the artist’s name “R. Merli”; on ornamental gilt base which incorporates the initial “N”, and marked underneath with the crowned “N” in oval. Plate 2

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