A Decorative Example of Storer’s Patent Perpetual Parlour Fountain
£800
Dimensions
18 inches high
Circa
1876
Maker
Possibly Defries
Country of manufacture
UK and Ireland
Description
An unusual eample of Storer’s patent perpetual fountain in plated metal, Marked in the centre ‘Storer’s Patent.’ J. Storer patented the fountain 7 February 1876, and it is based on Hero’s fountain invented in 1st century by Hero of Alexandria. It is in good condition but missing the top bowl to catch the water as it sprays out. See Christies Auction 27/11/1997 sold for £2990, and Bonhams Auction 30/4/2013 sold for £2500
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Fletcher
Fletcher Wallis
Fletcher Wallis sells objects and books relating to the history of science, medicine and technology Arcade. He publishes books through Vernier Press, including Antique Medicine Chests, and Corkscrew Patents from 1795. He has been dealing for forty eight years.
