The Galileo Telescope by Odoardo Fioravanti

Telescopes have been placed on balconies or in front of windows by star gazers for years. Everyone enjoys stepping up and taking a gander. Italian designer Odoardo Fioravanti has developed a telescope for Palomar - AYL, a manufacturer of optical instruments. It marks the 400th anniversary of Galilei's first telescope, which formed a direct inspiration for the design: it has the same dimensions, the same one meter long focal length and the same wooden body. I think it is quite pretty and would add to the decor and wonderment of any room.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Refracting telescope D60/F1000Focal length: 1000 mmObjective diameter: 60 mmResolving power: 2”Light gathering power: 73,5Focal ratio: f/16,6Focuser diameter: 31,8 mmKelner Eyepieces: 10 mm (100x) , 12.5 mm (80x), 15 mm (67x).Height: 35 cm ~ 50 cmWidth of the baseplate: 20 cmMaterials: wood, optical glass, metal, ABS As stated on Coolhunting.com. Images Courtesy of Emanuele Zamponi