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Regency Mahogany Wheel Barometer

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Regency Mahogany Wheel Barometer
Regency Mahogany Wheel Barometer
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Description
Regency Mahogany Wheel Barometer, second quarter 19th century, signed "J. Steffenoni Brooke House", the mahogany case trimmed with kingwood crossbanding and line inlay, and set with a hydrometer, thermometer, barometer and level, h. 43", w. 12". The Steffenoni's were one of a number of Italian immigrants who made barometers in London. An advertisement for their business is preserved in an 1838 "Observer".
Condition
The broken-arch pediment repaired and the front moldings replaced on it. The rest of the case is fine. The glass tube contains mercury.
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Regency Mahogany Wheel Barometer

Estimate $500 - $800
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Starting Price $400
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