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Victorian 10" Dial Richardson of Darlington Banjo Barometer
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Victorian 10" Dial Richardson of Darlington Banjo Barometer

19th century
Sold 21 March 2026 · Sturmans Antiques
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An impressive Victorian carved oak banjo barometer with unusually large 10" dial by Richardson of Darlington c.1890. Superbly carved oak case with crest to the top and base. 10" porcelain dial with weather predictions sat around the outer edge and the makers name Richardson, Darlington. Matching scale to the thermometer box with unusual snail design mercury action thermometer. Presented in superb fully serviced and working condition. An unusually large thermometer by this maker was famously sited at Darlingtons Bank Top Station for many years. Measures 35" long x 12.5" wide x 10" dial diameter x 3" maximum depth.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1203159
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 43100
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An impressive Victorian carved oak banjo barometer with unusually large 10" dial by Richardson of Darlington c.1890. Superbly carved oak case with crest to the top and base.
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10" porcelain dial with weather predictions sat around the outer edge and the makers name Richardson, Darlington.
Sturmans Antiques

Matching scale to the thermometer box with unusual snail design mercury action thermometer. Presented in superb fully serviced and working condition. An unusually large thermometer by this maker was famously sited at Darlingtons Bank Top Station for many years. Measures 35" long x 12.5" wide x 10" dial diameter x 3" maximum depth.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1203159
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 43100
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 carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian 10" Dial Richardson of Darlington Banjo Barometer

Archive II A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel. View II
Archive III A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel. View III
Archive IV A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel. View IV
Archive V A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel. View V
Archive VI A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel. View VI
Archive VII A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel. View VII
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A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel.
Victorian 10" Dial Richardson of Darlington Banjo Barometer
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A carved wooden Victorian banjo barometer featuring a central thermometer and a large circular dial face enclosed in a brass bezel.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Barometer
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsScroll carvings, Floral pediment, Brass bezel, Turned wooden case
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A banjo barometer is a type of domestic weather-measuring instrument housed in a distinctive, elongated wooden case shaped roughly like a banjo, which became popular in British homes during the 19th century.

These instruments typically feature cases crafted from dense hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or rosewood, combined with brass bezels, glass dials, and paper or enamel weather scales.

Authenticity is usually determined by examining the timber grain, hand-carved detailing, makers signature on the dial face, and traditional hand-blown glass or early mechanical components rather than modern plastics.

Positioning the instrument on a neutral wall in a study, hallway, or living room allows its traditional craftsmanship and rich wooden tones to serve as a sophisticated focal point.

Preservation involves keeping the instrument away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent timber warping, while cleaning the wooden case periodically with a soft, dry cloth.
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