Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Mahogany Inlaid and Beveled Glass Cased Barograph, England, lacquered brass plate with clockwork mechanism in brass recording drum, brass-topped ink bottle, eight-cell aneroid barometer connected to recording arm with pen nib, ivorine thermometer scale, lower draw containing additional charts reading "Pastorelli & Rapkin London," lg. 14 1/2, dp. 8 1/2, ht. 9 in.
Estimate $200-250
Overall nice condition. Appears to be original??l surface. No issues with the beveled glass. Appears to be missing a finial on the drum. Lower drawer is swelled shut. Does not appear to be ticking, most likely needs a cleaning.
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Keywords
London, United KingdomStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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