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Victorian Solid Oak Cased Banjo Barometer
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Victorian Solid Oak Cased Banjo Barometer

19th century
Sold 26 November 2024 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Victorian Solid Oak Cased Banjo Barometer” found a buyer.

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A quality Victorian carved solid English oak cased banjo barometer with skeletonised movement and porcelain dial, fully serviced and working c.1890. The elegant proportioned case with carved pediment to the top, and complementing carving to the centre plus a matching carved crest to the base. Skeletonised android movement visible to the centre of the circular porcelain dial, set behind a bevelled edge glass mounted in a polished brass bezel with central reading marker. Matching scale to the original mercury action thermometer sat to the top half of the case. Presented in immaculate perfect condition and in full working order; rich mellow colour and original patina to the casework. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 33.5" high x 10" maximum width x 3" maximum depth.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Antique Banjo Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1081192
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 39815
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A quality Victorian carved solid English oak cased banjo barometer with skeletonised movement and porcelain dial, fully serviced and working c.1890.
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The elegant proportioned case with carved pediment to the top, and complementing carving to the centre plus a matching carved crest to the base.
Sturmans Antiques

Skeletonised android movement visible to the centre of the circular porcelain dial, set behind a bevelled edge glass mounted in a polished brass bezel with central reading marker. Matching scale to the original mercury action thermometer sat to the top half of the case. Presented in immaculate perfect condition and in full working order; rich mellow colour and original patina to the casework. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 33.5" high x 10" maximum width x 3" maximum depth.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Antique Banjo Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1081192
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 39815
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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An antique carved oak banjo barometer featuring a central round dial and an upper thermometer scale mounted vertically on a wall.
Victorian Solid Oak Cased Banjo Barometer
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An antique carved oak banjo barometer featuring a central round dial and an upper thermometer scale mounted vertically on a wall.
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  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved scrollwork, Brass bezel, Circular dial, Vertical thermometer
  • SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 25.5 cm (10 in) x D 7.5 cm (3 in)

A banjo barometer is a domestic meteorological instrument housed in a distinctive, curved wooden case resembling a banjo, popular during the 19th century for measuring atmospheric pressure.

These instruments typically feature solid hardwood cases such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, housing a glass dial, brass bezel, mercury tube or aneroid movement, and intricate carved wooden details.

Authenticity is determined by examining the construction techniques, hand-carved wooden elements, aged brass components, hand-written paper dials, and the natural patina of the wood and glass.

An antique barometer adds a layer of historic character and vertical interest when mounted alone on a narrow wall space or integrated into a traditional hallway or study gallery wall.

Keep the instrument away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature fluctuations, and moisture. Clean the wooden case gently with a dry cloth and avoid harsh chemical polishes on the brass and glass.
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