Lot 491
Ballater- a miniature Scottish provincial silver mounted novelty thermometer
Auction: 17 August 2009 at 15:00 BST
£688
Description
William Robb, marked ROBB / BALLATER Edinburgh 1912, the simple rectangular case with hinged lid opening to reveal an ivory stained plaque with mercury thermometer
Dimensions
5.5cm 1,5cm x 0.5cm
Footnote
Note: Miniature and novelty items formed a large part of Robb's work and although made for commercial reasons, they also to show his ability as a maker. A large range were made and were popular with local collectors.