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LOT 427

Lot 427

Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Wheel Barometer, M. Fontana, High Wycombe, 19th century

Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Wheel Barometer, M. Fontana, High Wycombe, 19th century
Lot 427 Details
Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Wheel Barometer, M. Fontana, High Wycombe, 19th century

the case modelled in the Georgian manner,with satinwood stringing, shell inlay, alcohol thermometer and signed silvered dial
height 39 in — 99.1 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $204
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Note:

This lot contains mercury and cannot be shipped.

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially good condition with one minor moulding loss to broken pediment.

Note: This lot contains mercury and cannot be shipped.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.