Barometer, Georgian, England, circa 1850, with Walnut case This elegant Georgian mercury stick barometer dates to the mid-19th century and represents the refined craftsmanship and scientific precision characteristic of the period. Housed in a beautifully figured walnut case with a rich, naturally developed patina, the barometer features a classical architectural pediment, slender tapering column supports, and a shaped bracket base…
Rare Victorian Silver Pocket Thermometer with Swivel Case, Late 19th Century A fine and unusual Victorian pocket thermometer dating to the late 19th century, elegantly housed in a cylindrical silver case with an ingenious swivel-opening design. When closed, the instrument presents as a compact and refined capsule, while a simple twist reveals the internal thermometer, protected by a hinged engraved…