Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Two John Davis & Son's "Biram's" Boxed Anemometer, England, 19th century, no. 943, and 379B, both with lacquered brass stands and carrying handles, silvered dials with six subsidiary dials, one with twelve skin-covered blades, the other with calico-covered blades, both framed by a copper circumference band and stretchers, one housed in a red-washed pine box, dia. 12 in.
Estimate $400-600
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Keywords
John Davis, 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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