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Luisetti of London Early Wheel Barometer
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Luisetti of London Early Wheel Barometer

18th century
Description

A fine quality early example of a mercury wheel barometer. A mahogany case with choice veneers and a swan neck pediment. A wider and deeper case with an opening door for the long scale thermometer with silvered dial. Parquetry case inlays with chequered banding detailing. A silvered engraved dial signed 'Luisetti, London'. Circa 1780.

Height 37" / 94 cms Width 9 1/2 " / 24 cms Depth 2 1/2 " / 7 cms

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique barometer that is serviced and in full working order. U.K. personal delivery only - please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild.

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Antique Mahogany Wheel Barometer to the 18th Century.

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SA757153
Description
A fine quality early example of a mercury wheel barometer. A mahogany case with choice veneers and a swan neck pediment. A wider and deeper case with an opening door for the long scale thermometer with silvered dial. Parquetry case inlays with chequered banding detailing. A silvered engraved dial signed 'Luisetti, London'. Circa 1780.
fig 1. An antique Georgian mahogany wheel barometer featuring shell inlay, an integrated thermometer, a round silvered dial, and a swan-neck pediment with a brass finial.
fig 1. Luisetti of London Early Wheel Barometer

Height 37" / 94 cms Width 9 1/2 " / 24 cms Depth 2 1/2 " / 7 cms

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From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique barometer that is serviced and in full working order.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

U.K. personal delivery only - please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild.

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Antique Mahogany Wheel Barometer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA757153
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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Archive I An antique Georgian mahogany wheel barometer featuring shell inlay, an integrated thermometer, a round silvered dial, and a swan-neck pediment with a brass finial.

Luisetti of London Early Wheel Barometer

Archive II An antique Georgian mahogany wheel barometer featuring shell inlay, an integrated thermometer, a round silvered dial, and a swan-neck pediment with a brass finial. View II
Archive III An antique Georgian mahogany wheel barometer featuring shell inlay, an integrated thermometer, a round silvered dial, and a swan-neck pediment with a brass finial. View III
Archive IV An antique Georgian mahogany wheel barometer featuring shell inlay, an integrated thermometer, a round silvered dial, and a swan-neck pediment with a brass finial. View IV
Archive V An antique Georgian mahogany wheel barometer featuring shell inlay, an integrated thermometer, a round silvered dial, and a swan-neck pediment with a brass finial. View V
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An antique Georgian mahogany wheel barometer featuring shell inlay, an integrated thermometer, a round silvered dial, and a swan-neck pediment with a brass finial.
Luisetti of London Early Wheel Barometer
Ref: SA757153
An antique Georgian mahogany wheel barometer featuring shell inlay, an integrated thermometer, a round silvered dial, and a swan-neck pediment with a brass finial.
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  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSwan-neck pediment, Shell inlay, Silvered dial, Brass finial
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 24 cm (9 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

This Georgian wheel barometer originates from the 18th century and is constructed from dark brown mahogany with choice veneers, brass hardware, and glass. The instrument measures 99 cm high, 24 cm wide, and 7 cm deep, and takes the form of a mercury barometer signed Luisetti, London on its round silvered engraved dial. The case incorporates a swan-neck pediment topped by a brass finial, an integrated thermometer behind an opening glass door, and parquetry shell inlays with chequered banding decoration. Additional details visible include a carved star motif beneath the pediment, brass indicators, and small brass adjustment knobs. Positioned on a narrow wall space, this piece suits placement in a traditional gentleman's library, hallway, or study within a home today. The barometer hangs flush against a vertical surface, bringing period character and practical weather-reading function to compact wall areas. The dark timber grain and metallic silvered dials contrast against surrounding plaster work, providing a functional antique timepiece that operates as wall decoration.

FAQs

A wheel barometer, also known as a banjo barometer due to its distinctive shape, is a mercury-filled wall instrument developed in the late 18th century to measure atmospheric pressure. Popularised during the Georgian and Victorian eras, these instruments allowed homeowners to forecast weather changes via a pointer mounted on a circular dial.

Georgian wheel barometers are typically constructed with a mahogany or walnut timber casing, often decorated with satinwood marquetry, shell inlays, or stringing. The functional components comprise glass mercury tubes, silvered brass dials with engraved lettering, and cast brass bezels or finials.

Authentic period examples feature hand-engraved silvered brass dials rather than printed paper faces, mercury tube capillary housing, and period-correct maker signatures near the centre or base of the dial. Additional features like swan-neck pediments, brass urn finials, and shell or star marquetry inlays indicate late 18th- to early 19th-century origin.

These instruments serve as architectural wall accents when hung in narrow spaces, hallways, gentlemans libraries, or home offices. Mounting them alongside framed architectural prints or vintage maps enhances a traditional interior palette.

Keep the barometer mounted securely upright on an interior wall away from direct heat sources, radiators, and drafts to protect the timber casing and glass mercury tube. Clean the silvered dial and brass trim with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding liquid chemicals that could strip original patination or lacquers.
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