Lufft - Technical instrument - Germany - 1920-1930 - Weather station

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G. Lufft weather station “Météo-Tour” with four instruments, circa 1920–1940, made of metal and wood, featuring a decorative base with floral and arabesque motifs from Germany.

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G. Lufft – "Météo-Tour" – Four-instrument weather station – Germany, around 1920-1940

Rare desk weather station "Météo-Tour", made by the German company G. Lufft, Stuttgart, founded in 1881 and renowned for its precision weather instruments.

This device brings together four instruments: aneroid barometer, thermometer, hygrometer, and compass. The thermometer and hygrometer are arranged in an elegant glass-cylinder column, topped by the compass, while the barometer is integrated into the base.

Below is the original explanatory table "Météo-Tour", allowing for joint interpretation of the readings from the different instruments and the weather trends.

Decorative base adorned with floral motifs and arabesques, in the style of decorative scientific instruments from the first half of the 20th century.

Condition: antique with patina and wear to the decorative coating, visible crazing and losses,

A fine collectible illustrating the historical output of G. Lufft, a prominent German manufacturer of meteorological instruments.

The photos are an integral part of the object description and complement the presentation. They allow you to assess its condition and features. Please examine them carefully before any bidding

The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number, to ensure fast and secure delivery. It will be partially dismantled to prevent any damage.

Good luck with your bids

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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G. Lufft – "Météo-Tour" – Four-instrument weather station – Germany, around 1920-1940

Rare desk weather station "Météo-Tour", made by the German company G. Lufft, Stuttgart, founded in 1881 and renowned for its precision weather instruments.

This device brings together four instruments: aneroid barometer, thermometer, hygrometer, and compass. The thermometer and hygrometer are arranged in an elegant glass-cylinder column, topped by the compass, while the barometer is integrated into the base.

Below is the original explanatory table "Météo-Tour", allowing for joint interpretation of the readings from the different instruments and the weather trends.

Decorative base adorned with floral motifs and arabesques, in the style of decorative scientific instruments from the first half of the 20th century.

Condition: antique with patina and wear to the decorative coating, visible crazing and losses,

A fine collectible illustrating the historical output of G. Lufft, a prominent German manufacturer of meteorological instruments.

The photos are an integral part of the object description and complement the presentation. They allow you to assess its condition and features. Please examine them carefully before any bidding

The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number, to ensure fast and secure delivery. It will be partially dismantled to prevent any damage.

Good luck with your bids

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Lufft
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Metal, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
Title additional information
Weather station
BelgiumVerified
1778
Objects sold
100%
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