Middletons Antiques

Description

This is a really fine English antique barometer, made in York by the Italian instrument maker Giuseppe Croce. It would date to about 1825.

The case is an excellent example of quality cabinet work of the period. Carefully chosen figured georgian mahogany veneer has been used, and the outline of the case has been nicely defined with fine lines of boxwood and ebony stringing. It has a swan neck pediment and brass pineapple finial.
The arched cased thermometer is removable from it's housing and is secured by the original brass catch below.
The circular steel dial and the thermometer scale are both beautifully hand engraved and the dial bears the makers name of G Croce, York.

The glass column is sound and has a complete column of mercury. The pulley, silks and weight are all present undamaged and in fully working order. Shown in the 'corked' position.

In all respects this is a fine quality instrument in excellent order.
Dimensions: 38" high. 10" wide. The dial is 8" diameter.

Giuseppe Croce was a renown scientific instrument maker in York, working between 1820 and 1855.


PLEASE NOTE
I AM STARTING TO WIND DOWN MY ANTIQUES BUSINESS NOW AND WILL CONSIDER ANY SENSIBLE OFFER ON ANY ITEM OF STOCK WE HAVE FOR SALE

Free delivery to all mainland UK addresses

We do not sell reproductions or copies.

We are based in Cornwall and have over 40 years experience of dealing in antiques of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.
Most of our sales are via websites like Loveantiques, and we are always happy to discuss and answer questions about our stock by telephone or email. Please do get in touch.
Viewings can be arranged by appointment here in Cornwall.

Delivery throughout mainland UK is free of charge.
We have regular collections by reliable carriers who we know and trust for their care and conscientious service.
Smaller items will be carefully packed and couriered World wide, delivery usually within 10 days.

World wide air freight Furniture deliveries Contact us for a quote.

PAYMENTS Bank Transfers Credit/ Debit Cards and Paypal are accepted.
If your preferred method of payment is by card, an invoice will be emailed and will include a link which opens a merchant window to allow your transaction to be completed privately online.

Please do get in touch if you have any questions.
Kind Regards, Mark and Carole Middleton



REVIEWS -
Georgian Toilet Mirror. Delivered to Australia ..
''Breathtakingly beautiful Mahogany toilet mirror ! Delicately dovetailed drawers are as smooth as silk. The acorn finials are a treat. The mahogany has a marvelous lustre and fine patina consumate with its age.
Beautifully packed with extreme care it arrived in pristine condition. This seller is an absolute joy to work with ! Many thanks.''

Document Cabinet. Delivered UK
''A gorgeous piece of furniture. It was really well packaged for delivery and seller sent some useful notes about the locking mechanism.''