Telescope built by Edward Troughton
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Telescope built by Edward Troughton
Telescope built by Edward Troughton.. Equatorial instrument (telescope) at Armagh made by Edward Troughton. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London, 1820
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This exquisite copperplate engraving, created by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey, showcases the Equatorial Telescope built by the renowned English astronomer Edward Troughton. The telescope, which was constructed at Armagh Observatory in Northern Ireland during the early 19th century, is a testament to Troughton's exceptional skills as an instrument maker. The Equatorial Telescope, an essential instrument for astronomical observations, is depicted in meticulous detail in this engraving. The telescope's equatorial mounting system, which allows it to track celestial objects as they move across the night sky, is clearly visible. The telescope's tube, made of brass and supported by a heavy iron base, is adorned with intricate engravings and finely crafted focuser and eyepiece. The Armagh Observatory, founded in 1790, was one of the most advanced astronomical institutions of its time. Troughton, who served as the observatory's instrument maker from 1804 to 1835, played a pivotal role in its success. He designed and built many of the observatory's most important instruments, including this Equatorial Telescope. This engraving is taken from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown in London in 1820. The Cyclopedia was a comprehensive reference work that covered a wide range of subjects, from the arts and sciences to literature and history. This image of Troughton's Equatorial Telescope is a reminder of the significant contributions made by Troughton and the Armagh Observatory to the field of astronomy during the 19th century.
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