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Fine Quality Short & Mason Brass Cased Barograph
Shackladys Antiques
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Fine Quality Short & Mason Brass Cased Barograph

1900 - 1920
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A fine quality early 20th century brass cased barograph by Short & Mason of London, housed within its original glazed display case and raised on a stepped ebonised plinth base. The instrument features a polished brass mechanism with a traditional stack of vacuum capsules operating a finely balanced recording arm, tracing atmospheric pressure changes onto the rotating chart drum.

The drum retains its removable brass top and period chart paper, while the mechanism is engraved “Short & Mason London” together with serial numbering to the brass platform. The instrument is protected by a substantial bevelled glass case with brass framing, allowing full visibility of the beautifully engineered movement from all sides.

Originally used for recording and monitoring barometric pressure, this is both a functional scientific instrument and an exceptionally decorative desk or library piece.

Dimensions

Height: 10 inches – 25cm

Width: 14.5 inches – 37cm

Depth: 9 inches – 23cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Brass Cased Antique Barograph to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1212519
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Description
A fine quality early 20th century brass cased barograph by Short & Mason of London, housed within its original glazed display case and raised on a stepped ebonised plinth base. The instrument features a polished brass mechanism with a traditional stack of vacuum capsules operating a finely balanced recording arm, tracing atmospheric pressure changes onto the rotating chart drum.
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The drum retains its removable brass top and period chart paper, while the mechanism is engraved “Short & Mason London” together with serial numbering to the brass platform.
Shackladys Antiques

The instrument is protected by a substantial bevelled glass case with brass framing, allowing full visibility of the beautifully engineered movement from all sides.

fig 1. An antique brass-framed glass display case housing a scientific barograph mechanism with a paper chart drum, aneroid capsules, and pen arm.
fig 1. Fine Quality Short & Mason Brass Cased Barograph

Originally used for recording and monitoring barometric pressure, this is both a functional scientific instrument and an exceptionally decorative desk or library piece.

Dimensions

Height: 10 inches – 25cm

Width: 14.5 inches – 37cm

Depth: 9 inches – 23cm

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Brass Cased Antique Barograph to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1212519
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CH3 5DB
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An antique brass-framed glass display case housing a scientific barograph mechanism with a paper chart drum, aneroid capsules, and pen arm.
Fine Quality Short & Mason Brass Cased Barograph
Ref: SA1212519
An antique brass-framed glass display case housing a scientific barograph mechanism with a paper chart drum, aneroid capsules, and pen arm.
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FAQs

A barograph is a scientific recording instrument that continuously measures and plots atmospheric pressure on a paper chart wrapped around a clockwork-driven cylinder. It utilises a stack of vacuum-sealed aneroid capsules that expand or contract with changing barometric pressure, moving an ink pen arm across the paper.

High-grade barographs were traditionally constructed using precision brass mechanism components, copper alloy aneroid capsules, and bevelled glass cases mounted on polished wooden or metal bases.

Authentic pieces frequently bear maker stamps or engraved nameplates from recognised instrument manufacturers, alongside matching serial numbers and hand-finished brass components with period-appropriate patina.

A barograph functions as a focal accent on an executive desk, library bookshelf, or console table, combining historic engineering with rich metallic textures.

Clean the glass case with a soft microfibre cloth, avoid harsh chemical polishes on lacquered brass, and keep the instrument in a stable temperature environment away from direct heat sources.
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