Peter Dollond - London

An excellent 18th century mahogany stick barometer.

The silvered brass scale calibrated from 27" to 31" and incorporating a sliding vernier. The mahogany case with exposed mercury tube, mahogany cistern cover and architectural top with central brass finial.

Note: The son of John Dollond. A fine Instrument Maker and was made Optician to King George III and the Duke of York. Born 1730. Died 1820.

Price: £4,250 / Height: 41" / C.1790