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Decorating with Brass Telescopes |
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Monday, 23 July 2007 |
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There is a great beauty to the telescope, which has been around for hundreds of years. A collecter of telescopes, which are both functional and decorative, can find many lovely brass telescopes to adorn a bookshelf or corner of any room. These brass telescopes, whether new or antique, can give a room character, and say something about the person who occupies the room. Brass telescopes are historically accurate, as brass was long the chosen metal to create telescopes.
The current collector can find brass telescopes ranging from antique brass telescopes to modern replicas of classic designs. For example, in March 1611 Galileo traveled to Rome to showcase his invention – a brass telescope. A banquet was given in his honor by Prince Federico Cesi, and guests were invited to use the brass telescope to clearly locate objects a mile away. They even viewed Jupiter and its moons. Galileo’s original brass telescope was the model for many telescopes to come, and collectors can find a variety of historically accurate replicas for their collection. In this tradition of classic brass telescopes that have lured collectors for generations. You can find replicas of Galileo’s original in many outlets. Galileo replicas are usually designed with brushed brass and gloss finish, and working optics inside. These pieces aren’t just for show, they can be used as a working telescope. In addition to brass telescope replicas of Galileo’s telescope, there are a variety of other new and modern brass telescopes. These telescopes are a great investment piece, as many are highly modernized and functional telescopes. In addition, they add a depth and interest to the interior or any room. As a decorating piece, they are a character building accent to a den or an office. Brass has the look of being both classic and luxurious, making it a great metal for telescopes. |
