Bidspirit auction | Extendable spyglass. European school. 19th

Extendable spyglass. European school. 19th century - Brass and leather. Measures 60 x 7 x 7 cm. Telescopic optical instrument with an extendable body composed of several cylindrical sections, precisely articulated and finished with metal rings that reinforce both the structure and the functional elegance of the object. The surface displays a warm patina resulting from use and the passage of time, while the central segment, covered in leather, provides ergonomics and a contrasting material. The meticulous technical craftsmanship and understated ornamentation reflect the balance between science and artistry characteristic of the 19th century, a period in which these instruments became widely used in naval, scientific, and exploratory fields, also becoming prestigious and collectible objects.