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…
Exquisite Antique Georgian Mahogany Stick Barometer by J. Whisker, York, c. late 19th C This antique barometer is a stunning example of Georgian craftsmanship, featuring a beautifully crafted mahogany case with herringbone veneer and boxwood line inlays. The broken pediment sits atop the silvered registered plate, which is protected behind a glazed door. The manually operated vernier is a testament…
Marine Barometer Victorian Portuguese Antique Portuguese Navy Brass Marine Barometer RN Desterro Lisbon Victorian 97cm This impressive Victorian marine barometer was manufactured in Lisbon for naval or maritime use and bears the marking “R.N. Desterro, Lisbon, Portugal.” Instruments associated with Portuguese naval supply are notably rare survivors, reflecting Portugal’s important maritime heritage and long tradition of navigation and ocean trade.
