19th-century-english-wheel-barometer
Lot 304
19th century English Wheel Barometer
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Steel dial marked LIONNE & SAMALVICO / 125 / HOLBN HILL / LONDON, the mahogany case with string inlay is topped by a broken pediment and brass finial, the instrument also has a humidity gauge, thermometer and level, the back carries a maker's label that is inscribed with an Edwardian repair date of "8-12-10."

43.75 in.

Private Collection of Franklin D. Rubis and Leroy T. Lewis of Fort Lauderdale, FL

A few veneer chips; crude repairs to the pediment scrolls; some loss to border inlay.

$400 - 600