Edwardian Style Oak Banjo Aneroid Barometer

This is a wall-mounted banjo-style anaerobic barometer, likely dating from the early to mid-20th century, specifically the Edwardian era or in that stylistic tradition (circa 1910-1930). The case is constructed from solid oak with a rich, dark-stained finish. It features a carved architectural pediment at the top with a fleur-de-lis or leaf motif set against a textured, stippled background, and a matching carved terminal at the base. The neck of the instrument houses a vertical spirit thermometer behind glass, calibrated in both Fahrenheit and Centigrade on a red-tinted scale. Below the thermometer is a circular aneroid barometer dial protected by a convex glass lens and a silver-toned metal bezel. The dial is silvered with black typography, displaying scales for 'RAIN,' 'CHANGE,' and 'FAIR,' and includes millibar and inch readings. Notable markings include 'Made in England' at the very bottom of the dial. The wood shows a well-preserved grain and a soft patina with minor surface dust, but no significant cracks or deep gouges are visible. The hands on the dial appear to be original, including the setting hand (indicator) controlled by the central brass knob. Overall construction reveals a high level of British mercantile craftsmanship typical of domestic weather instruments of this period.