Lot 168A
  • 168A

A pair of turned and carved ivory architectural thermometers 19th century

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

  • Ivory, glass, mercury
  • 30cm. high; 11¾in.

Condition

This pair is overall good condition - one in very good condition, but the other with minor chip on top finial and small dent on spire, 2cm loss to section of gallery; thermometer with glass broken, one pole broken on top.
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