Balance or scale - Wood, Brass
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Selected by Ger van Oers
Owned an antiques and curio shop with a large international network.
Estimate € 150 - € 230
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Description from the seller
Antique balance scale from a pharmacy / apothecary in brass and wood – Excellent condition
Splendid antique balance scale from a pharmacy or apothecary, dating from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, complete and well preserved. A charming object rich in history, used in pharmacies, laboratories and herb shops in the past for weighing medicines and preparations.
Made with a solid wood frame and original brass components, it presents an elegant and authentic silhouette that makes it ideal for both collectors and as a vintage or industrial furnishing piece.
Equipped with brass pans with original chains, a base with a weight drawer, and a lovely patina of time. The scale is stable, complete and in excellent condition, ready to be displayed.
Ideal for collectors of antique instruments, vintage or industrial furniture, historic pharmacies, local businesses, professional studios or prestigious display windows.
Authentic object and increasingly hard to find in these conditions.
Antique balance scale from a pharmacy / apothecary in brass and wood – Excellent condition
Splendid antique balance scale from a pharmacy or apothecary, dating from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, complete and well preserved. A charming object rich in history, used in pharmacies, laboratories and herb shops in the past for weighing medicines and preparations.
Made with a solid wood frame and original brass components, it presents an elegant and authentic silhouette that makes it ideal for both collectors and as a vintage or industrial furnishing piece.
Equipped with brass pans with original chains, a base with a weight drawer, and a lovely patina of time. The scale is stable, complete and in excellent condition, ready to be displayed.
Ideal for collectors of antique instruments, vintage or industrial furniture, historic pharmacies, local businesses, professional studios or prestigious display windows.
Authentic object and increasingly hard to find in these conditions.
Details
Era
1400-1900
No. of items
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass, Wood
Colour
Brown, Gold
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In Working Order
Yes
Height
53 cm
Width
40 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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