2259
Marine Telescope, James Bassinett, Liverpool
Estimate:
$300 - $400
Sold
$250
Live Auction
November 5th, 2021 Gallery Auction l Americana Historical Documents, Memorabilia, & Weapons
Category
Description
Early 19th century, reportedly owned by Captain Henry Dashiell (1769-1830) master of the ship Venus in 1795, and veteran of the War of 1812; may have been used also by Captain Chas. A. Berry (1812/13-1869, Dashiell's son-in-law) master of the Falmouth in 1858: Brass barrel partly covered in oil cloth, with brass single draw and sliding hood; 20 1/8 in. L., closed, and 37 1/8 in. L., extended.
Condition
Shows heavy use, with large portion of oil cloth cover lost
Provenance
From the estate of a Maryland collector. Purchased from Harris Auction Galleries, October, 1999.
