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Negretti & Zambra Brass Cased Marine Barometer
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Negretti & Zambra Brass Cased Marine Barometer

19th century
Sold 24 October 2026 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Negretti & Zambra Brass Cased Marine Barometer” found a buyer.

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Description

A Negretti & Zambra brass cased marine barometer with engraved silvered scale in full working order c.1885. Cylindrical polished brass case with hanging loop to the top; matching polished brass bezel with original glass, reading marker to the centre. Rapid indicating aneroid movement sat behind a engraved silvered scale, bears the makers name of highly regarded instrument maker Negretti & Zambra, London along with a low serial number. Presented in excellent original condition, fully serviced and working. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Brass Cased Barometer to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242194
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 44369
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Description
A Negretti & Zambra brass cased marine barometer with engraved silvered scale in full working order c.1885.
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Cylindrical polished brass case with hanging loop to the top; matching polished brass bezel with original glass, reading marker to the centre.
Sturmans Antiques

Rapid indicating aneroid movement sat behind a engraved silvered scale, bears the makers name of highly regarded instrument maker Negretti & Zambra, London along with a low serial number. Presented in excellent original condition, fully serviced and working. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Brass Cased Barometer to the Victorian era.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242194
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 44369
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 circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall. SOLD24 OCT 26
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Archive I A circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall. SOLD24 OCT 26

Negretti & Zambra Brass Cased Marine Barometer

Archive II A circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall. View II
Archive III A circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall. View III
Archive IV A circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall. View IV
Archive V A circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall. View V
Archive VI A circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall. View VI
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A circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall.
Negretti & Zambra Brass Cased Marine Barometer
Ref: SA1242194
A circular brass-cased marine barometer with a glass face and white dial hangs against a dark grey wall.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass, Glass, Metal
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsCircular brass casing, Hanging ring mount, Graduated pressure dial
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 12.5 cm (5 in) x D 5.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Marine barometers were developed to measure atmospheric pressure at sea, allowing sailors to predict sudden changes in weather and impending storms by monitoring air pressure shifts.

Traditional barometers typically feature a solid brass or bronze casing, glass bezel covers, silvered or enameled metal dials, and precision mechanical brass movements inside.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-engraved dial markings, heavy cast metal cases with natural patination, maker signatures from established opticians, and traditional mechanical aneroid or mercury systems rather than modern quartz components.

A brass barometer can be mounted on a dark-painted study wall or displayed alongside other maritime and scientific artefacts to introduce metallic texture and historic character into a room.

Maintain brass casings by gently dusting with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners that strip the natural ageing, and keeping the instrument away from direct moisture and extreme temperature fluctuations.
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