Antique Banjo Barometer, English, Mahogany, John Sowter, Oxford, Victorian
Our Stock # 18.5640
This is an antique banjo barometer. An English, mahogany barometer by John Sowter of Oxford and dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.
- Rich mahogany hues and a desirable aged patina
- Bright, clear barometer glass in good order
- Brass finial between a broken scroll pediment adds decoration
- Marked by the renowned watchmaker John Sowter as; Jno. Sowter Oxford
- Upper face displays the atmospheric change between dry and damp conditions
- Large main face with a diameter of 25cm (9.75")
- Elegant annotations show the current weather condition
- Secondary hand can be set to show the change since the previous day
- Mercury temperature scale marked in Fahrenheit
- Brass adjustment knob sits beneath main aneroid dial
- Spirit level at the base for correct alignment
This is a splendid antique banjo barometer by a renowned watchmaker. Delivered polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 31cm (12.25'')
Max Depth: 6.5cm (2.5'')
Max Height: 112cm (44'')
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