G. Rossi Rosewood and Mother-of-pearl Mercury Wheel Barometer

Description:

G. Rossi Rosewood and Mother-of-pearl Mercury Wheel Barometer, Norwich, England, 19th century, floral and bird mother-of-pearl-inlaid case with brass thermometer dial in throat, and 9 1/2-in. silvered barometer dial below engraved "G. Rossi Norwich," ht. 41 1/2 in.

Note: Barometers containing mercury cannot be shipped and must be picked up at the gallery.
Estimate $200-300

overall nice condition, lacking adjustment knob and a few small pieces of veneer.


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