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19th Century Mahogany Banjo Barometer by P Nolfi of Taunton
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19th Century Mahogany Banjo Barometer by P Nolfi of Taunton

19th century
Sold 12 January 2026 · Martlesham Antiques
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19th Century mahogany banjo barometer by P Nolfi of Taunton, having a swan neck pediment with a central brass finial above a shaped mahogany case decorated with boxwood stringing, the barometer includes a hygrometer, thermometer, convex mirror and a large circular engraved silvered dial with a brass bezel. Circa 1840.

10” x 1 1/2” x 38” high

26cms x 4cms x 92cms high

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Mahogany Banjo Barometer to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA974773
Dealers Internal Reference
3438
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Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

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19th Century mahogany banjo barometer by P Nolfi of Taunton, having a swan neck pediment with a central brass finial above a shaped mahogany case decorated with boxwood stringing, the barometer includes a hygrometer, thermometer, convex mirror and a large circular engraved silvered dial with a brass bezel. Circa 1840.

10” x 1 1/2” x 38” high

26cms x 4cms x 92cms high

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Mahogany Banjo Barometer to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA974773
Dealers Internal Ref
3438
Martlesham Antiques
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Archive I An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Mahogany Banjo Barometer by P Nolfi of Taunton

Archive II An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View II
Archive III An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View III
Archive IV An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View IV
Archive V An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View V
Archive VI An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View VI
Archive VII An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View VII
Archive VIII An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View VIII
Archive IX An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View IX
Archive X An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions. View X
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IP12 4RJ
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An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions.
19th Century mahogany banjo barometer by P Nolfi of Taunton
Ref: SA974773
An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a central convex mirror, thermometer, hygrometer, and a large circular dial inscribed with weather conditions.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarometer
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass, Wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsConvex mirror, Scroll pediment, Inlaid stringing, Brass bezel
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 26 cm (10 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A banjo barometer is a wheel barometer characterised by its distinctive curved, multi-dial wooden case resembling the stringed instrument, which gained widespread popularity during the late 18th and 19th centuries.

These instruments were typically constructed from solid mahogany or other hardwoods, featuring boxwood string inlay, brass bezels, convex or concave mirrors, and glass faces protecting paper or enamel dials.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved or inlaid wooden cases, handwritten maker signatures on the dial face, brass fittings with natural patina, and genuine mercury columns within the glass tubes.

Mount the instrument at eye level on a prominent focal wall within a study, hallway, or living room to serve as a functional conversation piece alongside traditional artwork.

Keep the instrument away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations, and consult a professional horologist or specialist restorer if the mercury column needs resetting or the case requires maintenance.
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