Rare and interesting brass drumhead clock/barometer, the 5.5...

Hammer

£980

Rare and interesting brass drumhead clock/barometer, the 5.5" barometer chapter ring inscribed E. Bourdon and Richard's Patent Parts, Gold Medal Exhibition 1849 and Council Medal, Universal Exhibition London 1851, enclosing a 3.75" clock dial, the movement with platform escapement and inscribed Richard á Paris, no. 229 on the back plate, the brass casing surmounted by a ring handle (key); also with a hinged folding shagreen travelling case

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General condition appears to be reasonable and the movement ticks when wound, there are cracks and discolouration to the barometer chapter ring and more minor marks and wear on the clock dial, the barometer clock hand is slightly bent and there is some scratching and tarnishing to the sides of the case, the travelling case is in poor condition with the shagreen very rubbed and slightly coming away from the carcass. See images for guidance. Personal viewing always advised where possible.