London, early 19th century, engraved brass dial signed "J. Della Torre / Londra," behind a hinged glass door with scale, vernier, thermometer, and exposed mercury tubing, the trunk with chevron veneers over a spherical cistern, topped with a molded broken pediment.


39 1/4 x 5 1/2 x 4 in.

Private Collection, Brooklyn, New York

Originating as Joseph Della Torre and Co of 9. Lamb’s Conduit St, the company operated under this guise in the very early 19th century. A later change to Torre and Co coincides with the period from 1830 to at least 1851, still at the same address in London. The Della Torre name is prevalent with barometers in this period, with a J. Della Torre also listed in Perth, Scotland and also Della, Torre and Barelli at the same Lamb’s Conduit Street address.

Pediment lacking finial and with loss to right side molding; tubing appears intact. unknown if in proper working condition. Please note that due to the presence of mercury, this item cannot be shipped.