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Aitchison Walnut Cased Aneroid Barometer
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Aitchison Walnut Cased Aneroid Barometer

19th century
Sold 8 April 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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A Victorian turned and carved oak leaf wreath design aneroid barometer by Aitchison, London c.1890. The broad turned and carved solid walnut case with oak leaf design wreath to the centre, polished brass hanging plate to the top. Skeletonised aneroid movement with decorative enamel dial sat around the edge. Sat behind a bevelled edge glass mounted in a polished brass bezel with central reading marker. Bears the makers mark for highly regarded retailer and optician Aitchison, London (later Dolland & Aitchison). Presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine, fully serviced and working. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 8" diameter overall with a 4.25" diameter dial x 2" deep.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £14.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Walnut Aneroid Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1120739
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 40678
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A Victorian turned and carved oak leaf wreath design aneroid barometer by Aitchison, London c.1890.
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The broad turned and carved solid walnut case with oak leaf design wreath to the centre, polished brass hanging plate to the top.
Sturmans Antiques

Skeletonised aneroid movement with decorative enamel dial sat around the edge. Sat behind a bevelled edge glass mounted in a polished brass bezel with central reading marker. Bears the makers mark for highly regarded retailer and optician Aitchison, London (later Dolland & Aitchison). Presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine, fully serviced and working. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 8" diameter overall with a 4.25" diameter dial x 2" deep.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £14.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Walnut Aneroid Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1120739
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 40678
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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A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Aitchison Walnut Cased Aneroid Barometer

Archive II A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions. View II
Archive III A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions. View III
Archive IV A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions. View IV
Archive V A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions. View V
Archive VI A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions. View VI
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A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions.
Aitchison Walnut Cased Aneroid Barometer
Ref: SA1120739
A round antique walnut-cased aneroid barometer featuring a carved leaf border, brass bezel, and a white dial marked with weather predictions.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved leaf border, Brass bezel, Turned wooden case
  • SizeH 11 cm (4 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

An aneroid barometer measures atmospheric pressure using a small, flexible metal box called an aneroid cell, without employing liquid mercury. Invented in the mid-19th century, they gained widespread popularity in domestic interiors during the Victorian and Edwardian periods as practical forecasting instruments and decorative wall pieces.

Traditional barometer cases were predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and oak, often featuring hand-carved mouldings. The dials were typically made from porcelain, enamelled metal, or silvered brass, protected by a bevelled glass lens within a brass bezel.

Authentic period pieces typically exhibit hand-carved wooden cases showing natural ageing, traditional joinery, and heavy brass components rather than lightweight modern alloys. Maker signatures, such as retailer engravings on the dial face, along with mechanical inner workings visible through the movement, are key indicators of period manufacture.

An antique wall barometer adds a layer of historic character and texture when hung singly on a panelled wall or integrated into a curated gallery display. Its warm wood tones and metallic dial complement both traditional studies and modern minimalist hallways.

Preserve the wooden case by keeping it away from direct sunlight and fluctuating heat sources to prevent timber cracking. The glass and brass bezel should be dusted gently with a dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical polishes on the dial face.
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