Joseph Smith - London
[5669]
Fine quality early
19th Century mahogany Stick Barometer, with
‘'swan-neck' pediment over signed engraved
silvered brass register plate, bearing rack-and-pinion
operated vernier. The case of ‘flame’
mahogany, edge moulded, ebony banded and inset
with detachable mercury Fahrenheit and Réaumur
thermometer; the original concealed barometer
tube terminating behind turned cistern cover.
c1825
A noted mathematical instrument maker, working
from premises in the Royal Exchange from 1811-57
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