English Mahogany Wheel Barometer Signed "J. Pensa"
English Mahogany Wheel Barometer Signed "J. Pensa"
19th century, Hatton Garden, London, the steel dial is placed over a level with the marker's name and under a convex mirror, thermometer, and humidity indicator; a broken arch pediment surmounts the instrument.
42 1/2 x 12 in.
From the Estate of the late Charles L. "Buddy" Weill, Jr., of Greensboro, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: The mercury and glass tubes are no longer present; likely replacement cover over the barometer's dial leaving old screw holes; lacks molding on right side of the pediment.
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English Mahogany Wheel Barometer Signed "J. Pensa"
19th century, Hatton Garden, London, the steel dial is placed over a level with the marker's name and under a convex mirror, thermometer, and humidity indicator; a broken arch pediment surmounts the instrument.
42 1/2 x 12 in.
From the Estate of the late Charles L. "Buddy" Weill, Jr., of Greensboro, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: The mercury and glass tubes are no longer present; likely replacement cover over the barometer's dial leaving old screw holes; lacks molding on right side of the pediment.
