761 Durham Road Pineville, PA 18946, United States
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Locati LLC is proud to present American Furniture and Silver from the Collection of C Thomas Attix, Jr., who was a lifelong collector of American material culture with a particular fondness of furniture, coin silver, and Oriental rugs. His collection reflects his interest in the Delaware Valley, with an emphasis on mid 18th through early 19th century silversmiths and figured hardwoods vetted by his discerning eye for form and surface. Among the highlights are a Thomas Stretch Philadelphia clock, a collection of figured maple furniture, and silver by noted makers such as Joseph Richardson Sr. and Richard Humphreys.
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LOT 133:
An American Mahogany Wheel Barometer, 19th Century
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Sold for: $150
Price including buyer’s premium:
$
181.50
Start price:
$
100
Estimated price :
$200 - $300
Buyer's Premium: 21%
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sales tax: 6%
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An American Mahogany Wheel Barometer, 19th Century
An American Mahogany Wheel Barometer, B. Pike & Son, New York, Mid 19th Century. Fitted with a thermometer, silvered barometer dial and level. The thermometer inscribed "B. PIKE & SON / 166 Broadway / NEW YORK".
Dimensions: Height 42 1/4in; width 12 1/2in; depth 2 3/4in.
Provenance: Property from the Collection of C. Thomas Attix Jr., East Windsor, New Jersey.
Condition:
***MERCURY PRESENT***
The present owner had the barometer professionally restored. Structurally sound. Minor movement and lifting to mahogany veneers to sides of case. General marks, wear, abrasions and surface scratches. Dust accumulation to crevices. We cannot guarantee the completeness and accuracy of this scientific instrument.
