Dunsink Observatory
Observatory/telescope in Dublin, Ireland, dating from 1865–1870
Snecked limestone rotunda housing telescope, built 1868, with copper-roofed dome and projecting entrance porch. Retaining original fenestration. The shaft of the telescope has a foundation independent of the walls to prevent transmission of external vibrations caused by wind. Architect - Henry Ussher.ROOF: Domed; recovered with copper, c.1999; original timber mechanisms beneath which allow dome to open and rotate. WALLS: Snecked limestone; limestone plinth. OPENINGS: Square headed window openings; limestone reveals and cills; 8/8 sash windows; square headed door; timber panelled timber paned windows to side elevations of porch. INTERIOR: Timber floorboards; panelled shutters; timbers panelled roof; cast-iron telescope , c.1863 with 12 inch lens; manufacturers mark - 'Thomas Grubb'
- Type:
- Observatory/telescope
- Period:
- 1865–1870
- Where:
- Dublin, Ireland
- Coordinates:
- 53.39°N, 6.34°W
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