Dolland telescope sold at HRD Auction Rooms for £12,000.
Pieces with a maritime slant proved popular at the sale at Cowes held by HRD Auction Rooms (15% buyer’s premium) on August 3 during the yacht-fest that is Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight.
Topping the day was this Dolland 4in (10cm) mahogany and brass telescope, above, on reeded tripod support complete with carrying case and lenses.