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Barograph by R Fuess
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Barograph by R Fuess

1900 - 1920
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Mahogany cased barograph by R Fuess Berlin. The mechanical eight-day movement is housed in the drum, fitted with a seven-day chart which covers one full rotation of the drum. The ink trace, or barogram, on the recording paper, is a visual record of changes in pressure.

The aneroid barometer mechanism has twelve stacked vacuum capsules and utilises a gate suspension, a refinement developed to improve sensitivity. The barograph with hinged lid with a silvered carry handle.

Dimensions

Height 11 Inches

Width 15.5 Inches

Depth 7.5 Inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Barograph Barometer to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1066680
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Mahogany cased barograph by R Fuess Berlin.
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The mechanical eight-day movement is housed in the drum, fitted with a seven-day chart which covers one full rotation of the drum.
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The ink trace, or barogram, on the recording paper, is a visual record of changes in pressure.

fig 1. An antique mahogany barograph with glass panels displaying an internal brass mechanism, aneroid capsules, and a paper chart drum.
fig 1. Barograph by R Fuess

The aneroid barometer mechanism has twelve stacked vacuum capsules and utilises a gate suspension, a refinement developed to improve sensitivity. The barograph with hinged lid with a silvered carry handle.

Dimensions

Height 11 Inches

Width 15.5 Inches

Depth 7.5 Inches

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Barograph Barometer to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1066680
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An antique mahogany barograph with glass panels displaying an internal brass mechanism, aneroid capsules, and a paper chart drum.
Barograph by R Fuess
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An antique mahogany barograph with glass panels displaying an internal brass mechanism, aneroid capsules, and a paper chart drum.
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  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed case, Aneroid capsules, Recording drum, Brass mechanism
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 39 cm (15 in) x D 19 cm (7 in)

This Edwardian barograph by R Fuess exhibits a warm brown mahogany glazed case with simple linear mouldings framing the glass panels and four small bun feet supporting the base. A polished silvered carry handle is mounted centrally on the hinged top surface, complemented by brass hardware fasteners on the lower front corner. Inside the timber housing, the visible mechanical components include a white paper recording chart drum on the left, a stack of twelve brass aneroid capsules in the centre, and an intricate lever arm mechanism connecting to the sensor. The machine stands 28 cm high, 39 cm wide, and 19 cm deep. Positioned on a desk or shelving unit, the instrument brings traditional scientific character to a gentleman's library or office setting. The glazed display allows the internal clockwork drum and pressure-sensing capsules to remain visible during operation, functioning both as a decorative accessory and a practical recording barometer. The polished timber finish integrates easily with existing antique or period wooden furnishings.

A barograph is a meteorological instrument designed to measure and continuously record atmospheric pressure onto a paper chart fitted around a clockwork-driven drum.

Traditional barographs feature glazed timber cases, commonly mahogany or oak, which enclose brass mechanisms, steel levers, and a stack of aneroid vacuum capsules.

Authentic examples feature maker marks stamped on the brass baseplate or dial, hand-fitted joinery on the wooden case, precision clockwork mechanisms, and bevelled glass panels.

An antique barograph functions as a scientific accent piece when displayed on an executive desk, library bookshelf, or side console within modern study spaces.

Glass panels should be cleaned with a soft cloth, wood surfaces treated with natural beeswax polish, and the internal mechanism kept free from dust and excessive humidity.
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