Barometer - Brass, Wood - antique barometer

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Antique ship’s‑helm barometer crafted in brass and wood, dating from the second half of the 20th century and made in France, with dimensions 37 x 37 x 8 cm and a weight of 3 kg.

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Antique barometer in the shape of a ship's wheel, often identified as a model of the Hermès Paris brand.
The design is characteristic of Hermès "Gouvernail" (steering wheel) barometers, produced in France since around the 1940s.

Function: it is an aneroid barometer, an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure and predict changes in the weather.
Made of polished brass and wood, with inscriptions in French on the dial indicating "TEMPETE" (Storm), "PLUIE" (Rain), "VARIABLE" and "TRES SEC" (Very Dry).
These Hermès items are considered rare and collectible pieces, highly valued at auctions and antique shops.

Antique barometer in the shape of a ship's wheel, often identified as a model of the Hermès Paris brand.
The design is characteristic of Hermès "Gouvernail" (steering wheel) barometers, produced in France since around the 1940s.

Function: it is an aneroid barometer, an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure and predict changes in the weather.
Made of polished brass and wood, with inscriptions in French on the dial indicating "TEMPETE" (Storm), "PLUIE" (Rain), "VARIABLE" and "TRES SEC" (Very Dry).
These Hermès items are considered rare and collectible pieces, highly valued at auctions and antique shops.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
antique barometer
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
France
Material
Brass, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
37 cm
Width
37 cm
Depth
8 cm
Weight
3 kg
Estimated period
second half of the 20th century
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