Bidspirit auction | Short & Mason Carved Oak

Short & Mason Carved Oak Aneroid Barometer - Origin: English Date: Early 20th century Period/Style: Edwardian Maker: Short & Mason, London Materials: Carved oak, metal, glass, and thermometer Form: Wall-mounted aneroid barometer and thermometer Description: Short & Mason of London wall-mounted aneroid barometer and thermometer housed in a carved oak banjo-form case. The upper register contains a dual Fahrenheit and centigrade thermometer beneath glass, above a circular barometer dial labeled Stormy, Rain, Change, Fair, and Very Dry. The oak backboard is carved with a foliate crest, scrolling shoulders, floral ornament, and a shaped lower terminal. The reverse retains its circular metal mechanism cover and hanging loop. Dimensions: 34 in. H, 10.5 in. W, 2.5 in. D. Shipping note: Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing or shipping services. For this auction, and only for property we determine can be reasonably transported, Stevens Auction Company will, at the purchaser's written request after the auction, deliver the property to The UPS Store #3164, 1020 N Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38804, for third-party packing and shipment. Whenever possible, purchasers should contact the store at (662) 840-7222 or store3164@theupsstore.com and obtain a packing and shipping quote before requesting delivery. Store information is available at https://locations.theupsstore.com/ms/tupelo/1020-n-gloster-st. The purchaser is solely responsible for selecting and paying for all packing, shipping, insurance, and related services directly with The UPS Store. Delivery is provided solely as a courtesy, at the purchaser's request and sole risk. Stevens Auction Company assumes no responsibility or liability for loss, damage, delay, packing, handling, transportation, shipment, or any claim arising from delivery to or possession by The UPS Store. Purchasers requesting this service must notify Stevens Auction Company promptly after the auction at info@stevensauction.com. Property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within that period is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item under our terms and conditions. Additional recommended third-party shippers and information are available at stevensauction.com. Condition: Spotting, staining, dust, and discoloration to the dial and thermometer scale. Oxidation and finish wear to the bezel and metal fittings. Oak case with scratches, minor abrasions, and uneven finish. Barometer and thermometer operation and accuracy have not been tested.