georgian 12" dial mahogany barometer

A large early 19th century Georgian 12" dial mahogany barometer by Thomas Harris & Son. The barometer has a hydrometer to the top, a thermometer, a small convex mirror, a large silverised dial and a spirit level at the base. The spirit level is engraved "T Harris & Son London" - Thomas Harris & Son were opticians to the Royal family and had branches across London from 1806 to after 1900. They occupied the premises at 52 Great Russell Street (opposite the British Museum) between 1817-1887. The barometer has a figured mahogany case that has a cross banded and box wood edge with box wood line inlay to the side. The top of the case has a brass urn finial with a swan neck pediment. The barometer is in good condition and fully working. (Circa 1830) View a short video of my barometers including this one at the Instagram link. https://www.instagram.com/p/CwNdSRwovY5/ Height 126cm (49.6 inches) Width 35.5cm (14 inches) Depth 6.3cm (2.5 inches) Georgian 12" Dial Mahogany Barometer

Antiques.co.uk Ref: FUU84F6NW

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Graham Smith Antiques Ltd

Graham Smith Antiques Ltd are a British antiques business specialising in furniture, with a substantial range of antique clocks, scientific objects, ceramics, antique glass and metal ware. The antiques for sale on our website are also on show in our antique shop in Newcastle upon Tyne. All of our antique furniture and furnishings are meticulously sourced to ensure consistently high quality. We are also approved members of both LAPADA and CINOA antique dealers trade associations.

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