Exotic wood marquetry antique barometer and thermometer

£1,200

This Victorian barometer and thermometer set, featuring delicate marquetry inlays, is an excellent example of fine English antique craftsmanship.

 

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Description

This fine Victorian wall barometer and thermometer is of traditional form. The barometer, inscribed with various weather indicators, is set behind glass and within a circular wooden drum, which extends above in a violin-shape into the housing of the thermometer. The piece is surmounted by a broken pediment top, while the wood is finished with marquetry of differently coloured woods arranged into floral displays. The dial is signed ‘F. Myers, Nottingham’.

Details

Country of Origin
English
Date of Manufacture
19th Century
Period
19th Century
Style
Victorian
Material
Marquetry, Wood
Colour
Brown

Dimensions

Height
98 cm / 38.6 inches
Width
25 cm / 9.8 inches
Depth
7 cm / 2.8 inches

Reference:
12426

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