Dreweatt Neate

The Banfield Collection of Barometers
04 September 2007, 02:00

Donnington Priory
Oxford Road
Donnington
Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 2JE

lot details

lot no
54

description
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condition report
As catalogued, the scales are probably replacements and are now tarnished with a small spare hole near the upper right-hand screw. The tube and upper half of the cistern cover are replacements. The veneers and board appear to date from the late 17th century, are in good condition and of nice colour, the rear has two later blocks applied to set it out from the wall when hanging.

guide price
£3,000-4,000
Sold for £2,900
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