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Antique 18th Century George III Mahogany Banjo Barometer
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Antique 18th Century George III Mahogany Banjo Barometer

18th century
Sold 27 August 2025 · London City Antiques
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Antique 18th century George III mahogany banjo barometer having a split pediment with four pretty satinwood inlaid shells and satinwood inlaid stringing to the shaped case with a 9 inch brass dial inscribed ‘Ortelli & Co’, original hands, brass bezel and a thermometer.

In untouched original condition and in good working order.

H 38.5cm (15.2 in)

W 27cm (10.6 in)

D 3cm (1.2 in)

Dated 1790

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Barometer to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
38.5cm (15.16")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA978353
Dealers Internal Reference
1870
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Antique 18th century George III mahogany banjo barometer having a split pediment with four pretty satinwood inlaid shells and satinwood inlaid stringing to the shaped case with a 9 inch brass dial inscribed ‘Ortelli & Co’, original hands, brass bezel and a thermometer.

In untouched original condition and in good working order.

H 38.5cm (15.2 in)

W 27cm (10.6 in)

D 3cm (1.2 in)

Dated 1790

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Barometer to the Georgian era.

Height
38.5cm (15.16")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA978353
Dealers Internal Ref
1870
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique 18th Century George III Mahogany Banjo Barometer

Archive II An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body. View II
Archive III An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body. View III
Archive IV An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body. View IV
Archive V An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body. View V
Archive VI An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body. View VI
Archive VII An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body. View VII
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An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body.
Antique 18th Century George III Mahogany Banjo Barometer
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An antique mahogany banjo barometer featuring a circular brass dial at the base, a central thermometer, and inlaid wood details along the vertical wooden body.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsInlaid paterae, Brass bezel, Scroll pediment, Thermo-hygrometer scale
  • SizeH 38.5 cm (15 in) x W 27 cm (11 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

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A George III banjo barometer is a traditional weather-measuring instrument produced during the reign of King George III, characterised by its distinctive curved, multi-lobed wooden case resembling a stringed instrument.

These instruments typically feature a solid hardwood case, most commonly mahogany or walnut, often accented with boxwood stringing or marquetry inlay, alongside a brass dial and glass face.

Authentic period barometers feature hand-painted or engraved metal dials, period-appropriate brass fittings, old mercury tubes where applicable, and construction methods consistent with late eighteenth-century cabinet making.

This piece can be mounted on a prominent wall in a study, hallway, or living room to serve as a focal point, pairing well with traditional or transitional decor styles.

Keep the instrument away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature fluctuations, and high humidity to protect the wooden case and delicate internal mechanical components.
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