Glass and wood hourglass, 1850s

Hourglass enclosed within a rectangular wooden and glass case, featuring four feet attached to the structure by small brass L-shaped brackets on both the upper and lower sides. At the centre of the two bases is a decorative brass plaque with the cardinal points and a hanging brass ornament. The hourglass contains white sand, while the wooden sides feature two porthole-style glass panels secured and decorated with metal rings. 1850s Good condition, with signs of age and use. Measurements in cm 13.5x13x27h Rif. 2520007435