19th-century-scottish-wheel-barometer-signed-p-campioni
Lot 208
19th Century Scottish Wheel Barometer, Signed P. Campioni
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Edinburgh, Scotland, mahogany with lightwood string inlay, swan neck pediment above a dry/damp gauge, 8 in. main dial, and sprit level signed "P. Campioni / Edinburgh," center with hand-painted floral spray, the whole with later paint-decorated floral vine borders and mother of pearl mounts, verso cistern door reveals mercury and tubing largely intact.

39 1/4 in.

Private Collection, Virginia

Cracks and repair to pediment; some glue residue visible from later MOP mounts; unknown if in proper working condition. Please note that due to the presence of mercury, this item cannot be shipped. However, pick up options are available.