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Oak Victorian Banjo Barometer

19th century
Sold 6 April 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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Description

A Victorian solid oak cased banjo barometer with porcelain dial, fully serviced and working c.1885. The elegant proportioned case with carved leaf decoration to the shaped top, complemented by carving to the centre plus a matching carved crest to the base. The circular porcelain dial, set behind a bevelled edge glass mounted in a polished brass bezel with central reading marker. Matching scale to the original mercury action thermometer sat to the top half of the case. Presented in immaculate condition and in full working order; rich colour and original patina to the casework. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 10" wide x 3" deep x 34.5" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87.5cm (34.45")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Banjo Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1116526
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 40619
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Description
A Victorian solid oak cased banjo barometer with porcelain dial, fully serviced and working c.1885.
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The elegant proportioned case with carved leaf decoration to the shaped top, complemented by carving to the centre plus a matching carved crest to the base.
Sturmans Antiques

The circular porcelain dial, set behind a bevelled edge glass mounted in a polished brass bezel with central reading marker. Matching scale to the original mercury action thermometer sat to the top half of the case. Presented in immaculate condition and in full working order; rich colour and original patina to the casework. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 10" wide x 3" deep x 34.5" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
87.5cm (34.45")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Banjo Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1116526
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 40619
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An antique carved oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer, a round dial with black lettering encased in brass, and ornate scrollwork detailing.
Oak Victorian Banjo Barometer
Ref: SA1116526
An antique carved oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer, a round dial with black lettering encased in brass, and ornate scrollwork detailing.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Glass
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsScrollwork carving, Brass bezel, Vertically elongated case
  • SizeH 87.5 cm (34 in) x W 25.5 cm (10 in) x D 7.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A banjo barometer is a type of weather-measuring instrument housed in an elongated, curved wooden case resembling the stringed musical instrument, which gained widespread popularity during the 19th century.

These instruments typically feature solid hardwood cases such as oak, mahogany, or rosewood, combined with brass bezels, silvered or porcelain dial faces, and glass covers to protect the delicate internal mechanisms.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-carved wooden details, age-appropriate patination on the timber and brass components, traditional hand-engraved dial lettering, and historical maker signatures on the internal aneroid or mercury cistern.

An antique barometer functions effectively as a focal point on narrow wall spaces or within traditional hallway displays, adding textural contrast and historical depth to modern minimalist or transitional room designs.

Preservation involves hanging the instrument away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood splitting, occasionally dusting the carved casing with a dry cloth, and avoiding chemical polishes on the historic finish.
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