Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
I. & A. Walker Classical Carved Mahogany Mercury Stick Barometer, Liverpool, England, 19th century, turned finial atop the dual bone dials marked 27-31 and I&A, Walker Liverpool with vernier, carved and tapered midsection with glazed window housing the silvered thermometer dial, and brass cistern, lg. 39 in.
Note: Barometers containing mercury cannot be shipped and must be picked up at the gallery.
Estimate $1,000-2,000
carved top needs re-glueing, lacking vernier knob, section of beading below thermometer scale broken, lower section of carving with cistern needs re-glueing, brass gimbal does not fit properly.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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A. Walker Classical Carved, Walker Liverpool, United KingdomJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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