A single draw brass and leather bound telescope of British Naval interest, Gilbert & Sons, London, first quarter 19th century, inscribed to the brass draw 'Mr. A. Karley Actg. Master / H.M.S. Morgiana 1811', the body bound in tan leather. 94 cm long (extended). Accompanied by a letter from Russell Crowe stating his ownership. Provenance: Mr Russell Crowe, Sydney