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Georgian Barometer, Prada of High Wycombe
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Georgian Barometer, Prada of High Wycombe

18th century
Description

A Georgian period mercury wheel barometer. A mahogany case of good proportions with an architectural top pediment and the original brass finial. Marquetry case inlays and banding to the case edging. A well engraved thermometer scale and main dial. Signed to the dial 'C Prada High Wycombe'. Circa 1820.

Casmro Prada of High Wycombe is recorded in Banfields 'Barometer Makers and Retailers' book as working between 1815 and 1835

Height 39" / 98 cms Width 9 1/2 " / 25 cms Depth 2 1/2 " / 5cms

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
98cm (38.58")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Wheel Barometer to the Georgian era.

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SA1130215
Description
A Georgian period mercury wheel barometer.
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A mahogany case of good proportions with an architectural top pediment and the original brass finial.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

Marquetry case inlays and banding to the case edging. A well engraved thermometer scale and main dial. Signed to the dial 'C Prada High Wycombe'. Circa 1820.

fig 1. A Georgian mahogany banjo-shaped wall barometer featuring shell and floral marquetry inlay, an integrated thermometer, and a circular dial.
fig 1. Georgian Barometer, Prada of High Wycombe

Casmro Prada of High Wycombe is recorded in Banfields 'Barometer Makers and Retailers' book as working between 1815 and 1835

Height 39" / 98 cms Width 9 1/2 " / 25 cms Depth 2 1/2 " / 5cms

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
98cm (38.58")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Wheel Barometer to the Georgian era.

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SA1130215
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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Archive I A Georgian mahogany banjo-shaped wall barometer featuring shell and floral marquetry inlay, an integrated thermometer, and a circular dial.

Georgian Barometer, Prada of High Wycombe

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A Georgian mahogany banjo-shaped wall barometer featuring shell and floral marquetry inlay, an integrated thermometer, and a circular dial.
Georgian Barometer, Prada of High Wycombe
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A Georgian mahogany banjo-shaped wall barometer featuring shell and floral marquetry inlay, an integrated thermometer, and a circular dial.
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  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBanjo shape, Conch shell inlay, Rosette marquetry, Broken pediment top
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This Georgian period mercury wheel barometer displays a banjo shape formed from dark brown mahogany with marquetry case inlays, banding to the edging, and a broken pediment top. The architectural top features a central brass finial, while the body incorporates floral rosette marquetry, conch shell inlay motifs, an integrated vertical thermometer behind glass with an engraved scale, and a circular metal dial signed for the maker C Prada High Wycombe. The dimensions measure 98 cm high, 25 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. Such a scientific instrument hangs easily in a hallway, study, or living room on a narrow wall space to provide period character and traditional weather-monitoring detail in an interior setting.

FAQs

A Georgian banjo barometer is a wall-mounted instrument developed in late 18th-century Britain, featuring a characteristic figure-eight wooden case housing a mercury tube and a circular dial used to forecast weather changes.

These instruments were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, fitted with silvered brass or metal dials, glass covers, and decorative wood inlays such as satinwood rosettes or shell motifs.

Authentic pieces feature period-correct hand-engraved lettering on the dial, natural patina on the timber casing, historical joinery techniques, and integrated secondary instruments like a mercury or spirit thermometer.

Hang the instrument in a narrow wall space, hallway, or study to serve as a focal point, pairing it with classic woodwork, library shelving, or traditional console tables.

Keep the casing away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent timber shrinkage. Clean the wood using specialized beeswax, and ensure the instrument remains strictly upright if it contains a mercury column.
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