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19th Century Antique Bow Front Barometer by J. Somalvico & Co of London

About the Item

A good William IV period rosewood and mother-of-pearl bow fronted stick barometer with its original bowed glass thermometer by this fine London maker. The cushion topped case is veneered with figured rosewood and flower and foliage inlays in mother-of-pearl. The turned ebonized urn cistern cover is flanked by chamfered corners and has a molded base. The finely proportioned register plate is signed by both the maker and a later retailer above the states of the weather, which are graduated from 27-31 inches. Along the middle section of the trunk a silvered brass mercury thermometer reads from 0 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. It is set within a framed molded box behind a bowed glass. Date: circa 1835-1840 J. Somalvico & Co. are listed on page 202 of Edwin Banfield’s ‘Barometer Makers and Retailers: 1660–1900 as working in London between 1800 and 1900. They were a highly re puted firm of instrument makers.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
  • Style:
    William IV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Rosewood
  • Place of Origin:
    England
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1835-1840
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Only the necessary professional cleaning and maintenance of the working mechanism to ensure its good working order and reliability. Essential cleaning and waxing of the wood case to preserve its patina and colour. Wear consistent with age and use. Condition of this clock is excellent. Any further details available will be given freely and frankly upon request.
  • Seller Location:
    Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RW41931stDibs: LU96978515293

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