Cornelius Knudsen ( Kjøbenhavn ) - Barometer - Metal , glass, wood
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Antique barometer dating from 1850–1900, with a metal, glass and wood case in an Antiek style, made by Cornelius Knudsen of Copenhagen, Denmark, heavy about 2.25 kg, dimensions 28.8 x 28.8 x 10.5 cm, with a hanging eye and two fixing holes (one broken), used but still functional.
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special, large and heavy classic barometer
diameter no less than 29 cm (measured without the hanging eye)
an absolute eyecatcher, for those who want something special on the wall
classic model, beautiful wood and elegantly inset glass
from the renowned manufacturer Cornelius Knudsen from Copenhagen
probably used on board a ship
there is a number on the round plaque at the front, No. 172
Very likely this barometer was professionally used
from the last quarter of the 19th century
marked by the maker on the front
Copenhagen also written as Kjøbenhavn (spelling officially in use until 1906)
Cornelius Knudsen was a manufacturer of scientific instruments, founded in 1838, and based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The company gained international fame and the instruments were used during various polar expeditions
In Danish edition
In used condition, but still works well
The barometer is adjustable at the back via a regulating screw to suit local conditions
depth 10.5 cm
weight no less than 2.25 kilograms
with hanging eye and two mounting holes, of which one is broken
special, large and heavy classic barometer
diameter no less than 29 cm (measured without the hanging eye)
an absolute eyecatcher, for those who want something special on the wall
classic model, beautiful wood and elegantly inset glass
from the renowned manufacturer Cornelius Knudsen from Copenhagen
probably used on board a ship
there is a number on the round plaque at the front, No. 172
Very likely this barometer was professionally used
from the last quarter of the 19th century
marked by the maker on the front
Copenhagen also written as Kjøbenhavn (spelling officially in use until 1906)
Cornelius Knudsen was a manufacturer of scientific instruments, founded in 1838, and based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The company gained international fame and the instruments were used during various polar expeditions
In Danish edition
In used condition, but still works well
The barometer is adjustable at the back via a regulating screw to suit local conditions
depth 10.5 cm
weight no less than 2.25 kilograms
with hanging eye and two mounting holes, of which one is broken
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
Denmark
Material
Metal , glass, wood
Manufacturer/brand
Cornelius Knudsen ( Kjøbenhavn )
Style
Antique
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
28.8 cm
Width
28.8 cm
Depth
10.5 cm
Weight
2.25 kg
Estimated period
1850-1900
