Weather station - Wood - Storm glass barometer
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Selected by Paul Wullems
He accumulated 18 years' experience, worked as junior specialist at Sotheby’s and managed Kunsthandel Jacques Fijnaut.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Storm glass barometer from Germany, circa 1980–1990, in a beechwood display cabinet with a mahogany finish and a thermometer from −3 to 50 °C, weighing 1300 g and measuring 50 cm high by 13 cm wide by 5 cm deep, in good condition.
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Beautiful storm glass barometer made after the example of Admiral Fitzroy (1805-1865).
He was an expert in navigation and meteorology.
Fitzroy could forecast the weather of the coming two days by the changes of a liquid in a glass tube. A particular mixture of water, alcohol and crystal salt in the glass tube was the secret of his barometer. In good weather the liquid in the glass tube was clear, while in stormy weather the liquid became cloudy.
This storm glass barometer works on exactly the same principle.
The carefully crafted wooden display case is made of beech wood and elegantly stained in a mahogany tone. In addition to the barometer, the display case also contains a thermometer with a range of -3 to 50 degrees Celsius.
Many photos added so it can be well assessed. Also a photo with a pen so the size can be determined.
Photos are part of the description.
The weather station is very carefully packed, sent by registered mail and insured with a track and trace code.
Also view my other lots and possibly save on shipping costs.
Shipping to the United States is not possible.
Seller's Story
,We specialize in antique maritime objects. But also more recent maritime objects, old measuring devices and other curiosities.
The customer comes first with us. We try to handle everything as well as possible and to take care of the shipment in a very good way. If the buyer is not satisfied, we always come to a solution together. See our reviews for confirmation.
We appreciate personal contact, even if there are complaints.
If several lots are purchased in the same auction, we will calculate the cheapest shipping costs based on registered shipping. Shipping costs that are too much collected by Catawiki will be reimbursed to you afterwards
Beautiful storm glass barometer made after the example of Admiral Fitzroy (1805-1865).
He was an expert in navigation and meteorology.
Fitzroy could forecast the weather of the coming two days by the changes of a liquid in a glass tube. A particular mixture of water, alcohol and crystal salt in the glass tube was the secret of his barometer. In good weather the liquid in the glass tube was clear, while in stormy weather the liquid became cloudy.
This storm glass barometer works on exactly the same principle.
The carefully crafted wooden display case is made of beech wood and elegantly stained in a mahogany tone. In addition to the barometer, the display case also contains a thermometer with a range of -3 to 50 degrees Celsius.
Many photos added so it can be well assessed. Also a photo with a pen so the size can be determined.
Photos are part of the description.
The weather station is very carefully packed, sent by registered mail and insured with a track and trace code.
Also view my other lots and possibly save on shipping costs.
Shipping to the United States is not possible.
Seller's Story
,We specialize in antique maritime objects. But also more recent maritime objects, old measuring devices and other curiosities.
The customer comes first with us. We try to handle everything as well as possible and to take care of the shipment in a very good way. If the buyer is not satisfied, we always come to a solution together. See our reviews for confirmation.
We appreciate personal contact, even if there are complaints.
If several lots are purchased in the same auction, we will calculate the cheapest shipping costs based on registered shipping. Shipping costs that are too much collected by Catawiki will be reimbursed to you afterwards
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Storm glass barometer
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
50 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
5 cm
Weight
1300 g
Estimated period
1980-1990
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