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A new interpretation of the well-known SÖRENSEN storm glass, designed by Peter Jessen for DELITE. Encased in a filigree brushed stainless steel housing is a glass filled with a solution that indicates atmospheric changes by means of crystalline structures.

The crystal formations react sensitively to fluctuations in temperature and air pressure. The enclosed instructions describe typical manifestations of the crystals and their possible interpretation with regard to changing weather conditions. The storm glass can be set up free-standing or hung up using the wall bracket supplied and is suitable for use on board or on land. The instrument is supplied in sturdy cardboard packaging, a gift box made of rosewood (art. no. 5508-105) is available separately. Made near Copenhagen by the Danish manufacturer DELITE.

Use and interpretation
For optimum use, hang the storm glass in a cool room. Crystal formation is delayed (for the next 24 to 48 hours) and should not be taken as an exact weather forecast. In stable weather conditions, the liquid usually remains clear, while cloudiness, flakes or crystals indicate possible changes in the weather. Examples from the enclosed interpretation table:

  • Clear liquid - stable weather
  • Cloudy liquid - damp, windy weather
  • Crystals at the bottom - risk of frost
  • Flaky structures - probable change in weather
  • Threads in the liquid - windy weather

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Wooden box for storm glass SÖRENSEN
Pretty gift box made of polished wood for the storm glass SÖRENSEN. The wooden box has brass ornaments. The box ist empty, but the foam inserts from the wrapping of the storm glass fits exactly in the box. Messurements: 180 x 110 x 68 mm.

€49.94 *
Storm Glass SÖRENSEN
An ideal gift and a unique meteorological instrument: The storm glass from the Danish lamp manufacturer E.S. SØRENSEN. The use of storm glasses of this type has been known in seafaring since around 1750. Charles Darwin, who sailed the world's oceans under Captain Fitzroy from 1831 - 1836 on the HMS BEAGLE, was the most famous user of this ingenious weather forecasting device.Approximately 120 years later, Danish designer Stig Larsen found such a weather glass in the Hebrides and developed from it this aesthetically highly successful, simple meteorological instrument for predicting severe weather and storms.Usage and interpretation:  For optimal use, the storm glass should hang in a cool room. Crystal formation occurs with a delay (for the next 24 to 48 hours) and should not be understood as an exact weather forecast. In stable weather conditions, the liquid usually remains clear, while cloudiness, flakes, or crystals indicate possible weather changes. Examples from the enclosed interpretation table:    Clear liquid – steady weather    Cloudy liquid – damp, windy weather    Crystals at the bottom – risk of frost    Flaky structures – weather change likely    Threads in the liquid – windy weatherThe high-quality storm glass consists of a heavy metal body with a glass cylinder and comes with a matching holder. It is available in polished brass, polished stainless steel, or brushed stainless steel. A matching gift box (Art.No. 5508-105) is also available.Height: 145 mmDiameter: 42 mmWeight: 450gWall mount depth: 72 mm

From €124.95 *