Terraillon - Marco Zanuso - Scale - Export 4000 - Plastic

Vintage Terraillon Export 4000 Kitchen Scale - Design by Marco Zanuso - 1970s - Fully Functional
Description:
Up for auction is a true icon of 20th-century industrial design: the Terraillon Export 4000 kitchen scale. Designed in the 1970s by the renowned Italian designer Marco Zanuso, this model is a masterpiece of Space Age aesthetics and functional minimalism.
This particular unit comes in a vibrant, period-correct yellow and white color scheme with a smoked transparent lid. It is not just a collector's piece but a practical kitchen tool.
Key Features & Condition:
Designer: Marco Zanuso for Terraillon.
Status: Fully functional. The mechanical movement is smooth, and the weight adjustment dial works perfectly.
Design: Features the classic dual-pan system. The smoked plastic cover doubles as a large weighing bowl (up to 4kg capacity), while the smaller white base can also be used for smaller measurements.
Visual Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The plastic retains its original luster. (Note: Please refer to the photos for a detailed look at the surfaces).
Historical Significance: A model similar to this is part of the permanent collection at MoMA (Museum of Modern Art) in New York.
Specifications:
Capacity: Up to 4 kg.
Dimensions: Approx. 17.5 cm x 12.5 cm x 12.5 cm.
Material: ABS Plastic and Plexiglass.
Era: 1970s.
Origin: Made in France / Designed in Italy.
This scale is a perfect addition for any collector of Mid-Century Modern design or anyone looking to add a touch of retro-cool to their kitchen.
The product will be professionally packed and sent safely to your address by local post.
The pictures of the product are made with the highest possible resolution, precisely to capture possible small defects (small scratches, stains, defect), the pictures are part of the product description.