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?Antique Surveying Barometer by E.r.watts

Name: ?Antique Surveying Barometer by E.r.watts
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA858667
Availability: SoldOut

1920 - 1940

Sold by In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

Description

Very nice example of an early 20th Century surveying barometer in a bespoke handmade oak stand. The barometer itself is cased in brass with its original dark painted finish. The white face has the barometer dial from 26" to 31" and a black arrow pointer to indicate the pressure. The centre is marked with the maker's details "Surveying Aneroid Compensated. E.R.Watts & Son, London. 2972". There is a magnifying arm which can be used around the edge of the barometer to read the dial.

It is in good condition for its age. The glass is clean and has no major surface scratches. The face is clean and bright with no damages. The case has a nice aged patina with some light scratches and marks but nothing detrimental and it displays well. It seems to be in working order. I've done 'the bag test' and the pointer certainly moves as it should do but I cannot guarantee its accuracy as I haven't referenced the readings.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK delivery £10.

Physical Dimensions

Height

11cm (4.33")

Width

14cm (5.51")

Depth

8cm (3.15")

Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

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SA858667

Description

Very nice example of an early 20th Century surveying barometer in a bespoke handmade oak stand. The barometer itself is cased in brass with its original dark painted finish.

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The white face has the barometer dial from 26" to 31" and a black arrow pointer to indicate the pressure.

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

The centre is marked with the maker's details "Surveying Aneroid Compensated. E.R.Watts & Son, London. 2972". There is a magnifying arm which can be used around the edge of the barometer to read the dial.

fig 1. ?Antique Surveying Barometer by E.R.Watts — fig 1. ?Antique Surveying Barometer by E.r.watts

It is in good condition for its age. The glass is clean and has no major surface scratches. The face is clean and bright with no damages. The case has a nice aged patina with some light scratches and marks but nothing detrimental and it displays well. It seems to be in working order. I've done 'the bag test' and the pointer certainly moves as it should do but I cannot guarantee its accuracy as I haven't referenced the readings.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK delivery £10.