24th Nov, 2020 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Venerable)

 
Lot 274
 

274

[M] A FINE AND RARE LARGE TUBE SCIENTIFIC BAROMETER, ATTRIBUTED TO TROUGHTON & SIMMS, LONDON, CIRCA 1820

A FINE AND RARE LARGE TUBE SCIENTIFIC BAROMETER, ATTRIBUTED TO TROUGHTON & SIMMS, LONDON, CIRCA 1850

the ¾in. curved glass tube with U-bend, largely encased with lacquered brass and with cork stopper, mounted on hinged wooden display board with inset scales with vernier and magnifier with rack-and-pinion adjustment, Fahrenheit thermometer with silvered scale – 42½in. (108cm.) high

The wide tube on this instrument allows for precise measurements to be recorded as the mercury will even to a flat surface.

Sold for £2,232
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Good overall condition. Mercury drained (for reasons of weight) but available. Both tubes later replacement.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 

A FINE AND RARE LARGE TUBE SCIENTIFIC BAROMETER, ATTRIBUTED TO TROUGHTON & SIMMS, LONDON, CIRCA 1850

the ¾in. curved glass tube with U-bend, largely encased with lacquered brass and with cork stopper, mounted on hinged wooden display board with inset scales with vernier and magnifier with rack-and-pinion adjustment, Fahrenheit thermometer with silvered scale – 42½in. (108cm.) high

The wide tube on this instrument allows for precise measurements to be recorded as the mercury will even to a flat surface.

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Venerable), 24th Nov, 2020

Mercantile : 1-98

Naval : 101-179

Instruments : 181-295

Printed catalogues available at £20 (+P&P)

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  • Invaluable.com – charges 3% of the hammer price

 

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