{"product_id":"19th-century-black-forest-hunting-barometer-and-thermometer","title":"19th-Century Black Forest Hunting Barometer and Thermometer","description":"\u003cp\u003eA richly carved wall barometer crowned by a hunting dog’s head, with suspended game birds, leafy branches, and hunting equipment arranged around the circular dial. Deep relief and pierced details give the wooden surround remarkable dimension, while the thermometer above adds to its character as a domestic weather instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design belongs to the hunting-themed carving tradition commonly known as Black Forest work, closely associated with the workshops of Brienz, Switzerland. Its French-language weather indications suggest production for a French-speaking market. Comparable carved barometers date to the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking addition to a library, entryway, or country-house interior, combining sculptural craftsmanship with the history of household weather forecasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e: Late 19th century, likely circa 1880–1900\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Continental European; possibly Swiss carving for the French-speaking market\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hand-carved wood, metal, and glazed instrument faces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Black Forest hunting style\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Age-related wear and patina visible. Barometer accuracy has not been established. Thermometer in working condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12\" W x 27.5\" H x 2.25\" D\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"soul fed home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67975419822401,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/9549\/3185\/files\/11791F4D-1F87-4E89-8D57-E3D38FCAF23A.png?v=1792622369","url":"https:\/\/soulfedhome.com\/products\/19th-century-black-forest-hunting-barometer-and-thermometer","provider":"Soul Fed Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}