A Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Barometer and Thermometer
A Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Barometer and Thermometer
Early 20th Century
the dial signed indistinctly with maker and Ft. de Bronzes/ Paris Bordeaux.
Height 42 x width 17 1/4 inches.
Continental Decorative Arts
In overall fine and stable condition. Both barometer and thermometer appear to be functioning with good accuracy. Having a fairly even gilt-patina throughout with some areas more heavily tarnished, in particular the cherubs. Other areas of discoloration and oxidation visible. Lacking the backplate. Some areas likely regilt.
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A Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Barometer and Thermometer
Early 20th Century
the dial signed indistinctly with maker and Ft. de Bronzes/ Paris Bordeaux.
Height 42 x width 17 1/4 inches.
Continental Decorative Arts
In overall fine and stable condition. Both barometer and thermometer appear to be functioning with good accuracy. Having a fairly even gilt-patina throughout with some areas more heavily tarnished, in particular the cherubs. Other areas of discoloration and oxidation visible. Lacking the backplate. Some areas likely regilt.