Aneroid barometer - Wood, Brass, Glass - Aneroid barometer

Antique Aneroid wall barometer (tin-can barometer) in a solid wood frame Classical mechanical Aneroid barometer with an open sight window to the internal mechanism (barometric works/escapement spring). The paper or enamel dial is labeled in German (STURM, REGEN or WIND, VERÄNDERLICH, SCHÖN WETTER, BESTÄNDIG) and carries a scale in cm Hg (Torr). Equipped with a blue main pointer, a brass adjustment pointer, and a brass suspension at the top. Manufacturer: Unknown / unmarked (typical precision manufacture of German or French clock and instrument makers). Origin: Germany (based on the German labeling on the dial). Appearance year: ca. 1890–1910. Period: Historism / late Gründerzeit to Jugendstil. Style: Classical / antique-decorative. Technology: Aneroid barometer (tin-can barometer) with mechanical pointer mechanism. Material: Gasket/Case: Darkly stained hardwood (possibly walnut or beech) Sight window/cover: Glass Work & hands: Brass, steel Ring/ holder: Brass Dimensions: Diameter (d): 28 cm Height / Depth (h): 7.2 cm Condition: In good condition for its age. The wooden case shows fine, age-related signs of use and patina. The dial and the mechanism are well preserved and clearly legible. Shipping note: Will be securely packed for transport and insured.

Estimate:£108.88

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