Lot 151

French Carved Gilt Wood Barometer (18th/19th Century)

Estimate: $500 - $800

Price Realized: $896 Includes buyer's premium

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Lot 151
French Carved Gilt Wood Barometer (18th/19th Century)
Description
A French Louis XV style gilt wood barometer with thermometer, barometer signed "Par Formentin" to hand painted face, thermometer has been replaced with mercury free glass display and off-set printed register
Details
38 1/4 x 11 inches
Provenance
From an Upper West Side Collection
Condition
With some loss to gilt, cracks to wood, and general wear commensurate with age and use, back compartment not closing properly


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Frame Information
Does not contain mercury
Contact Information
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