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Walnut Cased Barograph by Depree and Young Ltd Exeter
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Walnut Cased Barograph by Depree and Young Ltd Exeter

1900 - 1920
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Depree and Young Ltd Exeter, walnut-cased Barograph, having five beveled glazed removable lid. The mechanical eight-day movement is housed in the drum, fitted with a seven-day chart that covers one full rotation of the drum. The ink trace, or barogram, on the recording paper, is a visual record of changes in pressure.

The aneroid barometer mechanism has seven stacked vacuum capsules and utilizes a gate suspension, a refinement developed to improve sensitivity. Retaining its original glass ink bottle recessed into the case.

Dimensions

Height 7.5 Inches

Width 14 Inches

Depth 8.5 Inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Barograph to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA902719
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Depree and Young Ltd Exeter, walnut-cased Barograph, having five beveled glazed removable lid.
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The mechanical eight-day movement is housed in the drum, fitted with a seven-day chart that covers one full rotation of the drum.
Shackladys Antiques

The ink trace, or barogram, on the recording paper, is a visual record of changes in pressure.

fig 1. An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base.
fig 1. Walnut Cased Barograph by Depree and Young Ltd Exeter

The aneroid barometer mechanism has seven stacked vacuum capsules and utilizes a gate suspension, a refinement developed to improve sensitivity. Retaining its original glass ink bottle recessed into the case.

Dimensions

Height 7.5 Inches

Width 14 Inches

Depth 8.5 Inches

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Barograph to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA902719
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Archive I An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base.

Walnut Cased Barograph by Depree and Young Ltd Exeter

Archive II An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base. View II
Archive III An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base. View III
Archive IV An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base. View IV
Archive V An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base. View V
Archive VI An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base. View VI
Archive VII An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base. View VII
Archive VIII An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base. View VIII
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Telephone 01244 316 394 or 07769 200 346
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Boughton
Chester
CH3 5DB
United Kingdom
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An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base.
Walnut cased barograph by Depree and Young Ltd Exeter
Ref: SA902719
An antique walnut cased barograph featuring bevelled glass panels, a brass clockwork recording drum, and an aneroid mechanism set on a moulded wooden base.
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  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialWalnut, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBevelled glass panels, Brass mechanism, Revolving chart drum, Moulded walnut base
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

This Edwardian scientific instrument is an antique walnut-cased barograph by Depree and Young Ltd Exeter. The piece displays a warm brown timber housing with bevelled glass panels held within a rectangular glazed frame, mounted upon a moulded wooden base resting on stepped bracket feet. Inside the glass case sits a brass mechanism comprising an eight-day movement within a revolving chart drum holding a seven-day paper chart, an aneroid barometer mechanism with seven stacked vacuum capsules, and an original glass ink bottle recessed into the brass platform. The instrument measures 19 cm high, 36 cm wide, and 22 cm deep. Suitable for display in a gentleman's library or office study, this barograph functions as a decorative tabletop scientific instrument. It provides a visual record of atmospheric pressure changes through its mechanical ink trace system upon the revolving drum. The piece suits placement on a desk, bookshelf, or credenza within a traditional interior setting.

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A barograph is a recording aneroid barometer that measures atmospheric pressure and continuously traces changes onto a paper chart wrapped around a clockwork-driven drum. As air pressure fluctuates, a series of vacuum capsules expand or contract, moving an ink arm across the chart.

Traditional barographs combine precision brass clockwork and mechanical components with wooden base cases, predominantly walnut, mahogany, or oak. Glazed panels, often made with bevelled glass, protect the internal mechanism while allowing clear observation.

Authentic pieces feature cast and machined brass movements, makers marks or retailer inscriptions on the baseplate or movement, and period-correct joinery on the timber case. Earlier examples feature hand-cut gears, solid brass capsules, and bevelled glass glazing.

A barograph serves as a focal point when placed on an executive office desk, sideboard, or library bookshelf. Its blend of polished timber and warm brass complements both traditional study settings and contemporary minimalist interiors looking for tactile history.

Dust the timber case using a soft, dry microfibre cloth and polish the wood with a natural beeswax paste. Clean the glass panels using non-ammonia glass cleaner applied to a cloth rather than sprayed directly, ensuring fluid does not contact the interior brass or paper chart.
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