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Nice Antique Victorian Wood and Brass Level - 1896
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Nice Antique Victorian Wood and Brass Level - 1896

19th century
Sold 23 May 2025 · Kingsdown Antiques
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Description

Nice Antique Victorian Wood and Brass Level, made by the renowned maker ‘E Preston and Sons’ and registered for 1896. The level is in full working order and comes with a protective wooden sleeve.

Measurements:

Height of Level: 2" (approx. 5cm)

Width of Level: 18" (approx. 46cm)

Depth of Level: 1" (approx. 2.5cm)

Weight of Level: 530g

Total weight with box: 930g

In good condition.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Spirit Level to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Reference Numbers
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SA1140037
Dealers Internal Reference
P51366
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Description
Nice Antique Victorian Wood and Brass Level, made by the renowned maker ‘E Preston and Sons’ and registered for 1896. The level is in full working order and comes with a protective wooden sleeve.

Measurements:

Height of Level: 2" (approx. 5cm)

Width of Level: 18" (approx. 46cm)

Depth of Level: 1" (approx. 2.5cm)

Weight of Level: 530g

Total weight with box: 930g

In good condition.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Spirit Level to the 1890s.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1140037
Dealers Internal Ref
P51366
Kingsdown Antiques
Kingsdown Antiques
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Trustworthy reliable professional. Free UK & worldwide shipping

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Archive I An antique wooden spirit level with brass corner brackets and a central glass vial rests beside its wooden storage sleeve. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Nice Antique Victorian Wood and Brass Level - 1896

Archive II An antique wooden spirit level with brass corner brackets and a central glass vial rests beside its wooden storage sleeve. View II
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Kingsdown Antiques
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United Kingdom
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An antique wooden spirit level with brass corner brackets and a central glass vial rests beside its wooden storage sleeve.
Nice Antique Victorian Wood and Brass Level - 1896
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An antique wooden spirit level with brass corner brackets and a central glass vial rests beside its wooden storage sleeve.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTools & Instruments
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Inset glass vial housing, Slotted brass screws, Fitted wooden storage case
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Victorian spirit levels evolved during the 19th century as industrial manufacturing advanced, combining traditional hardwoods with precision glass vials and brass fittings to meet the demands of accurate construction and carpentry.

These instruments typically feature dense hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood, reinforced with cast brass corners and plates, and fitted with glass bubble vials containing alcohol or ether.

Authenticity is determined by hand-cut screws, makers stamps, patinated brass fittings, and minor surface wear consistent with age and genuine trade use rather than modern reproduction methods.

Vintage measuring instruments can be displayed on bookshelves, mantelpieces, or desk surfaces as sculptural objects that add historic character and industrial texture to a room.

Preservation requires storing items in stable humidity conditions away from direct sunlight, applying occasional microcrystalline wax to protect the wood, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners on the brass.
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