Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Graham Smith Antiques
Description
A late 18th century Scottish Mahogany cased stick barometer.
The barometer has a register plate that is inscribed J Russell Falkirk and is an early example of his work.
John Russell went on to become one of Scotland's most famous barometer, clock and watch makers (1745-1817).
The barometer has an oval mahogany cover for the mercury cistern and the case is veneered in figured mahogany with chequered inlays to the edges.
To the top is a hinged glazed door over the engraved brass register plate.
The glass tube containing the mercury has a mahogany cover for it's full length.
The barometer is in good working condition. (Circa 1780)
Height 97cm (38.2 inches)
Width 14cm (5.5 inches)
Depth 4.5cm (1.8 inches)
This item has a level THREE shipping charge. (£90 UK mainland)
Internal Ref:
5011
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