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W Johnson, London Impressive Mercury Barometer
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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W Johnson, London Impressive Mercury Barometer

19th century
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?A very impressive early Victorian period mercury wheel barometer. A larger proportioned mahogany case with choice flame veneers. A carved pediment and applied carved case detailing. The original set knob below the dial. A very well engraved thermometer scale with a large bore original mercury thermometer and convex glass. A lovely pair of decorative dial hand indicators. A well engraved main dial signed 'W Johnson 34 Hatton Garden Lane'. An engraved crest to the dial centre marked 'Providentia et Labore' Circa 1845.

W Johnson of Hatton Garden, London is recorded in Banfields 'Barometer Makers and Retailers' book as working at 34, Hatton Garden Lane from 1841-1867. He is noted as working from 1830.

Height 50" / 127 cms Width 16 1/2 " / 42 cms Depth 3 " / 8cms

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique barometer that is serviced and in full working order. U.K. personal delivery only - please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild

Physical Dimensions
Height
127cm (50.00")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Victorian Mercury Wheel Barometer to the Victorian era.

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Description
?A very impressive early Victorian period mercury wheel barometer. A larger proportioned mahogany case with choice flame veneers. A carved pediment and applied carved case detailing. The original set knob below the dial.
“
A very well engraved thermometer scale with a large bore original mercury thermometer and convex glass.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

A lovely pair of decorative dial hand indicators. A well engraved main dial signed 'W Johnson 34 Hatton Garden Lane'. An engraved crest to the dial centre marked 'Providentia et Labore' Circa 1845.

fig 1. A wall-mounted Victorian carved mahogany mercury barometer featuring an upper thermometer display and a lower circular brass dial.
fig 1. W Johnson, London Impressive Mercury Barometer

W Johnson of Hatton Garden, London is recorded in Banfields 'Barometer Makers and Retailers' book as working at 34, Hatton Garden Lane from 1841-1867. He is noted as working from 1830.

Height 50" / 127 cms Width 16 1/2 " / 42 cms Depth 3 " / 8cms

fig 2. A wall-mounted Victorian carved mahogany mercury barometer featuring an upper thermometer display and a lower circular brass dial.
fig 2. W Johnson, London Impressive Mercury Barometer

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique barometer that is serviced and in full working order. U.K. personal delivery only - please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild

Height
127cm (50.00")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Victorian Mercury Wheel Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1002691
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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A wall-mounted Victorian carved mahogany mercury barometer featuring an upper thermometer display and a lower circular brass dial.
W Johnson, London Impressive Mercury Barometer
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A wall-mounted Victorian carved mahogany mercury barometer featuring an upper thermometer display and a lower circular brass dial.
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A mercury wheel barometer is a meteorological instrument that measures atmospheric pressure using a mercury column connected to a circular dial face via a float and pulley mechanism. Popularised during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, these instruments provided weather predictions for domestic and maritime settings.

Victorian barometers were typically constructed with timber cases made from mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, often decorated with hand-carved scrollwork. The working parts feature silvered brass dials, mercury-filled glass tubes, and brass fittings.

Authentic pieces feature hand-engraved silvered brass dials, mercury-filled glass tubes rather than spirit tubes, and period timber casing with traditional joinery. Dial markings often include maker names and locations, such as London or provincial clockmakers.

A carved wall barometer can be displayed vertically in a narrow wall space, hallway, or study to create architectural interest. Placing rich timber against contemporary neutral paintwork highlights the carved detailing and brass elements.

Keep the instrument mounted securely away from heat sources and direct sunlight to protect the wood casing and glass components. Dust the casing with a dry cloth and avoid moving the barometer without taking necessary precautions regarding the internal mercury.
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