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English 'Campaign' Stick Barometer
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English 'Campaign' Stick Barometer

19th century
Sold 28 August 2024 · M. C. Taylor
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Description

This is a rare and beautiful, mid 19th century travelling barometer in a roewood case.

The case consists of a hollow square-section Rosewood trunk with a wider top box. The top box is hung from a swivelling brass ring that is anchored to a brass top plate. The front has a plain, opening protective hinged door that when opened, reveals the barometer tube, bone scales and vernier setting slide. Also, fixed to the inside of the cover is a bone scale with a glass thermometer tube having a reservoir bulb that is protected under a brass cage. There is a further bone plate above the door that bears the retailers name of "STEBBING, SOUTHAMPTON". Just below the door is the removeable ivory setting knob. The boxwood mercury cistern is encased in a circular brass housing which is screwed onto a thinner brass tube.

The vernier scale is operated by an internal rack and pinion and the barometer tube is carefully constricted at the top and bottom so that a rush of mercury is impossible. The whole barometer is beautifully finished to all 4 sides.

Sometimes and incorrectly referred to as 'Ships barometers', these are very, very rare pieces. They were intended to be taken on journeys - quite often by officers to various campaigns. They would also accompany explorers or scientists on their travels and their method of construction gave them great protection against damage and mercury rush. Once hung, they could take several minutes to settle down and read correctly because of the constrictions to the tube. J.R. Stebbing was an optician trading from 47 High Street, Southampton from 1845 until 1857 when he then moved to Dock Chambers.

Dimensions: 36 1/4" high (excluding the hanging ring) x 2 1/2" wide x 2 1/4" deep.

Condition: The barometer is restored and fully working. There are small breaks to the bone retailer's plate and left scale corner. This item is totally original.

Price: The price is for the barometer in its current restored and fully working condition.

For further information, please contact us at:

info@bournemouthclocks.co.uk

Physical Dimensions
Height
92.1cm (36.26")
Width
6.4cm (2.52")
Depth
5.7cm (2.24")
Declaration

M. C. Taylor has dated this Antique Stick Barometer to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA947657
Dealers Internal Reference
SA14441
Description
This is a rare and beautiful, mid 19th century travelling barometer in a roewood case.

The case consists of a hollow square-section Rosewood trunk with a wider top box. The top box is hung from a swivelling brass ring that is anchored to a brass top plate.

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The front has a plain, opening protective hinged door that when opened, reveals the barometer tube, bone scales and vernier setting slide.
M. C. Taylor

Also, fixed to the inside of the cover is a bone scale with a glass thermometer tube having a reservoir bulb that is protected under a brass cage. There is a further bone plate above the door that bears the retailers name of "STEBBING, SOUTHAMPTON". Just below the door is the removeable ivory setting knob. The boxwood mercury cistern is encased in a circular brass housing which is screwed onto a thinner brass tube.

fig 1. An elongated vertical wooden stick barometer featuring a dark mahogany case, brass mounts at the top and bottom, and a circular dial.
fig 1. English 'Campaign' Stick Barometer

The vernier scale is operated by an internal rack and pinion and the barometer tube is carefully constricted at the top and bottom so that a rush of mercury is impossible. The whole barometer is beautifully finished to all 4 sides.

fig 2. An elongated vertical wooden stick barometer featuring a dark mahogany case, brass mounts at the top and bottom, and a circular dial.
fig 2. English 'Campaign' Stick Barometer

Sometimes and incorrectly referred to as 'Ships barometers', these are very, very rare pieces. They were intended to be taken on journeys - quite often by officers to various campaigns. They would also accompany explorers or scientists on their travels and their method of construction gave them great protection against damage and mercury rush. Once hung, they could take several minutes to settle down and read correctly because of the constrictions to the tube. J.R. Stebbing was an optician trading from 47 High Street, Southampton from 1845 until 1857 when he then moved to Dock Chambers.

fig 3. An elongated vertical wooden stick barometer featuring a dark mahogany case, brass mounts at the top and bottom, and a circular dial.
fig 3. English 'Campaign' Stick Barometer

Dimensions: 36 1/4" high (excluding the hanging ring) x 2 1/2" wide x 2 1/4" deep.

Condition: The barometer is restored and fully working. There are small breaks to the bone retailer's plate and left scale corner. This item is totally original.

Price: The price is for the barometer in its current restored and fully working condition.

For further information, please contact us at:

info@bournemouthclocks.co.uk

Height
92.1cm (36.26")
Width
6.4cm (2.52")
Depth
5.7cm (2.24")
Date of Manufacture

M. C. Taylor has dated this Antique Stick Barometer to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA947657
Dealers Internal Ref
SA14441
M. C. Taylor
M. C. Taylor
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021

Clockmakers and restorers established 1987

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Bournemouth
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United Kingdom
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An elongated vertical wooden stick barometer featuring a dark mahogany case, brass mounts at the top and bottom, and a circular dial.
ENGLISH 'CAMPAIGN' STICK BAROMETER
Ref: SA947657
An elongated vertical wooden stick barometer featuring a dark mahogany case, brass mounts at the top and bottom, and a circular dial.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian / Campaign
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass cistern cover, Hanging ring mount, Vernier scale plate, Slender wooden trunk
  • SizeH 92.1 cm (36 in) x W 6.4 cm (3 in) x D 5.7 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A stick barometer is an atmospheric pressure measuring instrument housed in a long, vertical wooden case, which gained popularity during the late 17th and 18th centuries following Evangelista Torricellis invention of the mercury barometer.

These instruments typically feature dense hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood, combined with protective brass fittings, ivory or porcelain scales, and glass tubing containing mercury.

Authenticity is evaluated through the construction techniques of the wooden case, hand-engraved vernier scales, the presence of original mercury tubes, and period-appropriate brass hardware without modern fixings.

This piece suits traditional studies, hallways, or libraries, hung securely against panelled or neutral walls where its vertical form adds linear elegance and historical character.

Keep the instrument away from direct sunlight and dramatic temperature fluctuations, dust the wooden case with a dry microfibre cloth, and consult a professional restorer if the mercury column requires maintenance.
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