Lot 750

Antique, Fine Art and Collectables auction held on Wednesday 15th of May 2024

Joseph Somalvico & Co., a large and impressive Victorian mercury barometer and thermometer, the 25cm dial marked Joseph Somalvico & Co, 16 Charles St, Hatton Garden, London, contained in a heavily carved oak case with griffins, lidded urn finials, 141cm h x 43cm w x 10cm d

Sold for £110

Condition report

There is a split to the top where the finial goes in, damage and repair to the top of the griffins wings, the right hand griffin is missing a foot, left hand has a repair, the button for dial recorder is not working, signs of rust to the hands, silvering to the base of the dial is showing signs of deterioration

Lot 750

From Scientific Instruments in the Clocks, Watches and Timepieces section