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Antique George III Quality Mahogany Shell Inlaid Banjo Barometer
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Antique George III Quality Mahogany Shell Inlaid Banjo Barometer

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · London City Antiques
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Description

Antique George III quality mahogany shell inlaid banjo barometer having a quality mahogany banjo shaped case with satinwood shell inlay, brass bezel, silvered engraved dial, original hand and thermometer.

Dimensions:

Height 102 cm (40.16 in)

Width 25 cm (9.84 in)

Depth 4 cm (157 in)

Dated 1800

Condition Note:

As with all antique barometers, due to their age and sensitive nature, we are unable to guarantee that the instrument is in full working order. The barometer is offered as a decorative and collectible piece.

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Banjo Barometer to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1145068
Dealers Internal Reference
2728
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Antique George III quality mahogany shell inlaid banjo barometer having a quality mahogany banjo shaped case with satinwood shell inlay, brass bezel, silvered engraved dial, original hand and thermometer.
fig 1. A George III period mahogany banjo wall barometer featuring shell inlays, an integrated thermometer, a brass finial, and a silvered circular register dial.
fig 1. Antique George III Quality Mahogany Shell Inlaid Banjo Barometer

Dimensions:

Height 102 cm (40.16 in)

Width 25 cm (9.84 in)

Depth 4 cm (157 in)

Dated 1800

Condition Note:

“
As with all antique barometers, due to their age and sensitive nature, we are unable to guarantee that the instrument is in full working order.
London City Antiques

The barometer is offered as a decorative and collectible piece.

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Banjo Barometer to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1145068
Dealers Internal Ref
2728
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A George III period mahogany banjo wall barometer featuring shell inlays, an integrated thermometer, a brass finial, and a silvered circular register dial. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique George III Quality Mahogany Shell Inlaid Banjo Barometer

Archive II A George III period mahogany banjo wall barometer featuring shell inlays, an integrated thermometer, a brass finial, and a silvered circular register dial. View II
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A George III period mahogany banjo wall barometer featuring shell inlays, an integrated thermometer, a brass finial, and a silvered circular register dial.
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Shell Inlaid Banjo Barometer
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A George III period mahogany banjo wall barometer featuring shell inlays, an integrated thermometer, a brass finial, and a silvered circular register dial.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass, Shell Inlay
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsShell inlay, Broken arch pediment, Silvered dial, Brass finial
  • SizeH 102 cm (40 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A banjo barometer, also referred to as a wheel barometer, is a wall-mounted instrument developed in the late 18th century housed in a casing shaped like a banjo. It contains a mercury column connected to a wheel and pulley system that operates a pointer on a circular dial to record changes in atmospheric pressure.

Georgian barometers were constructed primarily from mahogany, rosewood, or satinwood veneers over pine or oak frames. Decorative elements included shell or paterae marquetry inlays, cast brass finials, glass thermometer tubes, and engraved silvered brass dials.

Authentic George III barometers typically feature architectural details such as swan-neck or broken-arch pediments, brass urn finials, and shell or star marquetry inlays. Dials are generally hand-engraved silvered brass, showing historical lettering styles and age-consistent oxidisation.

Due to its vertical orientation, a banjo barometer is suited to narrow wall spaces, staircases, or the area between tall windows. Hanging the piece alongside classic framed portraiture or above a dark timber sideboard complements traditional decor schemes.

Keep the barometer away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high-humidity areas to prevent the wood veneer from warping or splitting. Dust the timber casing with a dry microfiber cloth, and ensure mercury-filled tubes remain upright to avoid air bubbles forming in the mechanism.
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