Barometer
F. Davidson and Co.
Category
Scientific instruments
Date
Unknown
Materials
Glass
Measurements
127 mm (Width); 254 mm (Length)
Place of origin
Great Portland Street
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Lanhydrock, Cornwall
NT 883248
Summary
Davidson's patent barometer in the form of a tear-shaped glass container half filled with water, with integral hanger and a long vertical spout. Oak framed instructions beneath, LAN.SI.3.1
Provenance
a gift of The Hon. Gerald Agar-Robartes, 7th Viscount Clifden, who gave the property to the National Trust in 1953 and continued to live there until his death in 1966. His sister, The Hon. Everilda, remained at the house until her death in 1969.
Makers and roles
F. Davidson and Co., opticians