Description

Late C18th George III period mahogany ‘stick’ barometer by Fasana of Bath .
Elegant mahogany barometer with a silvered scale behind a hinged glazed door , signed in script by “Fasana, 35 Milsom St., Bath “. Fitted with a thermometer and mercury filled glass tube to monitor the pressure.
The top of the case with a classically-inspired ‘broken arch’ pediment with a cast brass classical urn finial to the centre .
The body of the barometer with chevron veneers and ebony and boxwood inlaid string line detail. The circular turned done-top reservoir at the base set with a turned bone disc .
In excellent original condition, and in a fully working and complete state .
H 38”
W 6”
D 2”
England c.1800
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 2411

Dimensions

Height = 95 cm (38")
Width = 12 cm (5")
Depth = 5 cm (2")