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Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Aneroid Barometer by W.wainwright of Southsea.
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Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Aneroid Barometer by W.wainwright of Southsea.

1900 - 1920
Description

An Edwardian inlaid Rosewood Aneroid Barometer by W.Wainwright of Southsea, England, comes with beautiful Snail Tail Thermometer. Excellent condition with wonderful character and patina. Any questions just ask. Measurements are 86cm high x 32cm wide. The dial measures 19cm in diameter.

Any questions just ask. Delivery available, please ask for details.

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
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Priorwood Antiques has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Barometer to the 1910s.

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SA1221025
Description
An Edwardian inlaid Rosewood Aneroid Barometer by W.Wainwright of Southsea, England, comes with beautiful Snail Tail Thermometer. Excellent condition with wonderful character and patina. Any questions just ask. Measurements are 86cm high x 32cm wide. The dial measures 19cm in diameter.

Any questions just ask. Delivery available, please ask for details.

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Priorwood Antiques has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Barometer to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1221025
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An Edwardian wall-mounted rosewood barometer featuring floral marquetry inlay, a top-mounted glass thermometer, and a circular brass-rimmed pressure dial.
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Archive I An Edwardian wall-mounted rosewood barometer featuring floral marquetry inlay, a top-mounted glass thermometer, and a circular brass-rimmed pressure dial.

Edwardian inlaid Rosewood Aneroid Barometer by W.Wainwright of Southsea.

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An Edwardian wall-mounted rosewood barometer featuring floral marquetry inlay, a top-mounted glass thermometer, and a circular brass-rimmed pressure dial.
Edwardian inlaid Rosewood Aneroid Barometer by W.Wainwright of Southsea.
Ref: SA1221025
An Edwardian wall-mounted rosewood barometer featuring floral marquetry inlay, a top-mounted glass thermometer, and a circular brass-rimmed pressure dial.
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Invented in the nineteenth century, an aneroid barometer measures atmospheric pressure using a small capsule made of flexible metal rather than liquid mercury. Changes in air pressure cause the cell to expand or contract, driving a mechanical pointer across a calibrated dial.

Edwardian barometers commonly feature cases constructed from fine hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut, often embellished with boxwood or satinwood marquetry inlay. Functional components typically consist of silvered or ceramic dials housed within cast brass bezels alongside glass thermometer tubes.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved or intricate marquetry woodwork, silvered metal or hand-lettered ceramic dials, and maker marks from historic instrument makers. Additional indicators include period-appropriate slot-headed screws, natural oxidisation on exposed brass fittings, and fine timber patination.

A vertical wall-mounted barometer serves as an effective focal point when positioned within a narrow wall space, hallway, or integrated into a curated gallery wall. Pairing rich timber tones against neutral or dark paint schemes highlights the wood inlay and brass accents.

Keep the barometer away from direct sunlight, radiators, and damp environments to prevent timber warping or veneer lifting. Clean the glass and brass bezels with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical polishes that could damage surrounding lacquer or marquetry.
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