A George III mahogany wheel barometer, A.Cattaneo, Malton, the swan neck pediment with vase finial above a 10 inch engraved silvered dial below a silvered hygrometer and spirit thermometer, the rectangular base with signed spirit level, 110cm high.
Sold for £270
Condition Report
The case is fair to good with only minor signs of age and use. Mechanism appears intact and operating but not tested. No bubbles or leaks in mercury. Thermometer appears funtional. Spirit level also appears functional. Service history unknown.
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