Balance or scale (2) - Brass, rub, Wood, Iron
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Antique Roberval desk balance dating from 1850–1900, with a cast iron and iron frame, two brass gilded pans, and a wooden case, weighing 3.5 kg and measuring 18 x 36 x 14 cm in brown/black with patinated brass, in good used condition and in working order.
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Antique Roberval balance with brass weights
Fascinating vintage desktop balance, dating presumably from the late 19th century to the early decades of the 20th century.
Built with a solid cast-iron and iron frame, it features two large gilded brass pans with a splendid original patina. The base, in dark brown and black tones, preserves all the charm of the era.
Complete with a distinctive wooden box containing a set of brass weights.
An authentic decorative piece, ideal for collectors, antique enthusiasts, or to add character to shops, restaurants, bars, and vintage-style interiors.
Period: late 19th – early 20th century
Type: Roberval desk balance
Materials: cast iron, iron, brass and wood
Color: dark brown, black and patinated gilded brass
Condition: preserved with natural patina of age
Antique Roberval balance with brass weights
Fascinating vintage desktop balance, dating presumably from the late 19th century to the early decades of the 20th century.
Built with a solid cast-iron and iron frame, it features two large gilded brass pans with a splendid original patina. The base, in dark brown and black tones, preserves all the charm of the era.
Complete with a distinctive wooden box containing a set of brass weights.
An authentic decorative piece, ideal for collectors, antique enthusiasts, or to add character to shops, restaurants, bars, and vintage-style interiors.
Period: late 19th – early 20th century
Type: Roberval desk balance
Materials: cast iron, iron, brass and wood
Color: dark brown, black and patinated gilded brass
Condition: preserved with natural patina of age
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
3.5 kg
No. of items
2
Country of origin
France
Material
rub, Brass, Iron, Wood
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
18 cm
Width
36 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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