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A large mid 19th century mahogany wheel barometer, Ronchetti, Manchester, (fl. 1832-1852), the 12-inch silvered main dial reading from 28 to 31 inches of pressure with remarks framing a foliate lyre motif, the figured trunk with swan-neck pediment over hygrometer (dry/damp), centigrade thermometer, bone adjuster and spirit level, the silvered rectangular surround engraved 'J.B & J. Ronchetti, 43 Market St., Manchester', 48 (122cm) high.
Later pediment, hygrometer dial is later and has no hand or mechanism, replacement plastic cover to thermometer dial. Two small veneer patches.