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Victorian Mahogany Stick Barometer
Sturmans Antiques
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Victorian Mahogany Stick Barometer

19th century
Description

A Victorian mahogany stick barometer with engraved silvered dial by highly regarded maker Orchard of Kensington, London; in full working order c.1880. The solid mahogany case with moulded edge arched top, slim simple trunk and turned bulbous cistern cover to the base. Silvered scale with twin vernier marker and the original large mercury action barometer tube to the centre of the scale and visible to the trunk. Superb quality and condition, the case with a rich colour and original patina, the movement fully serviced and working. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 35" long x 5" maximum width x 3.5" wide at the trunk x 3" maximum depth at cistern cover and 1" depth at trunk.

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Stick Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1190390
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 42720
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Description
A Victorian mahogany stick barometer with engraved silvered dial by highly regarded maker Orchard of Kensington, London; in full working order c.1880.
The solid mahogany case with moulded edge arched top, slim simple trunk and turned bulbous cistern cover to the base.
Sturmans Antiques

Silvered scale with twin vernier marker and the original large mercury action barometer tube to the centre of the scale and visible to the trunk. Superb quality and condition, the case with a rich colour and original patina, the movement fully serviced and working. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 35" long x 5" maximum width x 3.5" wide at the trunk x 3" maximum depth at cistern cover and 1" depth at trunk.

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

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Stick Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1190390
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 42720
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

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A Victorian mahogany stick barometer featuring an arched silvered register plate, an exposed central glass column, and a turned bulbous cistern cover at the base.

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A Victorian mahogany stick barometer featuring an arched silvered register plate, an exposed central glass column, and a turned bulbous cistern cover at the base.
Victorian Mahogany Stick Barometer
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A Victorian mahogany stick barometer featuring an arched silvered register plate, an exposed central glass column, and a turned bulbous cistern cover at the base.
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A Victorian stick barometer is a wall-mounted meteorological instrument produced during the 19th century that measures atmospheric pressure using a vertical mercury column housed within a slender wooden casing.

These instruments typically feature solid wood casings, such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, combined with silvered brass or ivory register plates, glass tubing, and cast brass fittings.

Authentic pieces feature hand-engraved register plates with period terminology, original mercury glass tubes, hand-cut dovetail or joinery construction on the wooden frame, and period-correct turned cistern covers.

Mount the instrument on a narrow wall space, within a gallery wall arrangement, or alongside traditional timber furniture in a study or hallway to add architectural interest.

Dust the wood and metal components gently with a dry microfibre cloth, avoid applying harsh chemical polish to silvered plates, keep away from direct heat sources, and ensure the unit remains strictly vertical to prevent mercury spillage.
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