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Antique Victorian nautical gilt bronze clock and barometer pair

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique Victorian nautical gilt bronze clock and barometer pair
English, 19th Century
Height 25cm, width 22cm, depth 13.5cm

This elegant pair, comprised of a clock and a barometer, is a fine example of Victorian decorative art. The clock and barometer are modelled as ship wheels, each featuring a centrally placed circular dial, which is surrounded by a gilt bronze frame and a series of agate spoke-like handles. Both pieces are raised by scrolling brackets atop oval bases. One features a retailer's plaque engraved "Woodcock of Llandudno" and the other features one reading "Howell James & Co, Regent Street".

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Agate, ormolu.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Victorian
Dealer Reference #:	12783
Incollect Reference #:	745727

Dimensions

W.	8.66 in;	H.	9.84 in;	D.	5.31 in;
W.	22 cm;	H.	25 cm;	D.	13.5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.