This is rather fantastic, possibly one of the nicer examples you will see, Joseph Somalvico was a noted and premier maker of the time period, this one is in excellent shape, missing the lower knob, we might actually have one. The Somalvico family was a renowned family of Anglo-Italian instrument makers who produced high-quality mercury barometers in London throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Their work is a notable part of the history of scientific instrument making, particularly during the Georgian and William IV periods when barometers were highly popular. Key Details of the Somalvico History. The family was part of the large Italian community in the Clerkenwell and Holborn area of London, which was a center for instrument makers. Joseph Somalvico appears to be the first generation of the family in this trade, establishing a legacy that spanned the 19th century. The family used various business names and operated from several London addresses over the decades, which helps in dating specific instruments. This name appears on barometers from locations like 41 Kirby St. Hatton Garden (circa 1820). Joseph Somalvico had a son. Somalvico barometers are noted for their high-quality craftsmanship, often featuring elegant mahogany or rosewood cases with detailed inlays, marquetry, and silvered brass dials for both the barometer and an integrated thermometer. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO GET A QUOTE BEFORE PURCHASING AN ITEM.
