Hermes, Ship's Wheel barometer
Hermes
Ship's Wheel barometer
France, c. 1935
brass, walnut, glass
2 d × 18.25 dia in (5 × 46 cm)
Impressed manufacturer's mark to reverse 'HBNP'. Printed manufacturer's mark to face 'Hermes'.
This work will ship from Wright in Chicago, Illinois.
Condition Report: Brass elements have light oxidation throughout the piece. There is some slight dimpling around the rim that holds the glass in place. The glass may be replaced and the reason for the dimpling. The walnut handles have minor abrasions with slight finish loss. Slight toning and fading exist to the face and text. Overall this barometer is in very good vintage condition.
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Hermes
Ship's Wheel barometer
France, c. 1935
brass, walnut, glass
2 d × 18.25 dia in (5 × 46 cm)
Impressed manufacturer's mark to reverse 'HBNP'. Printed manufacturer's mark to face 'Hermes'.
This work will ship from Wright in Chicago, Illinois.
Condition Report: Brass elements have light oxidation throughout the piece. There is some slight dimpling around the rim that holds the glass in place. The glass may be replaced and the reason for the dimpling. The walnut handles have minor abrasions with slight finish loss. Slight toning and fading exist to the face and text. Overall this barometer is in very good vintage condition.