{"product_id":"original-franco-prussian-war-era-brass-leather-naval-telescope-by-edmond-lorieux-of-paris-in-original-case","title":"Original Franco-Prussian War Era Brass \u0026 Leather Naval Telescope by Edmond Lorieux of Paris in Original Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a lovely example of a French Naval telescope in its original case, from the era of the Franco-Prussian War. The telescope is engraved on the side with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eE. Lorieux, Pere\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ea Paris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis indicates manufacture by Edmond Lorieux (1832-1909) of Paris, a well-known optician and official supplier to the Dépôt des Cartes et Plans de la Marine. In the 1867 exhibition, Paris, he was awarded a silver medal for a sextant and a reflecting circle. This would be the correct maker for a telescope during the Franco-Prussian War. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope appears to be in working condition, but could likely use some work. The original case has some woodworm damage as shown, and measures 32\" x 4\" x 4½”. The hinges and latches still work well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great Franco-Prussian war telescope, ready for further research and display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42232116183109,"sku":"ONSV24SJA031","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV24SJA031__01.jpg?v=1734988352","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-franco-prussian-war-era-brass-leather-naval-telescope-by-edmond-lorieux-of-paris-in-original-case","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}