de lettres ancienne “ Original Columbus Bilateral ” mécanique - Balance or scale - Metal

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Metal letter balance 'Original Columbus Bilateral', dating from 1920–1950, with an articulated mechanism visible, in good used condition and in working order.

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Old letter scale “Original Columbus Bilateral” dating from the 1920s–1950s, made of painted metal with an exposed articulated mechanism and weight graduations. Desktop model formerly used for weighing mail and small administrative items. Industrial design typical of vintage postal and office accessories, with a beautiful patina of the era and a decorative graphic structure. Iconic item of vintage administrative equipment, ideal for a collection of measuring instruments, industrial décor, retro office, or a steampunk universe. Signs of wear consistent with age, good overall visual condition. Traces of oxidation and rust.

Highly sought after in the worlds of industrial design, scientific curiosities, antique medical technology, laboratory optics, steampunk, and rare measuring instruments. Ideal for a collector, industrial loft décor, cabinet of curiosities, scientific display case (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass)

Old letter scale “Original Columbus Bilateral” dating from the 1920s–1950s, made of painted metal with an exposed articulated mechanism and weight graduations. Desktop model formerly used for weighing mail and small administrative items. Industrial design typical of vintage postal and office accessories, with a beautiful patina of the era and a decorative graphic structure. Iconic item of vintage administrative equipment, ideal for a collection of measuring instruments, industrial décor, retro office, or a steampunk universe. Signs of wear consistent with age, good overall visual condition. Traces of oxidation and rust.

Highly sought after in the worlds of industrial design, scientific curiosities, antique medical technology, laboratory optics, steampunk, and rare measuring instruments. Ideal for a collector, industrial loft décor, cabinet of curiosities, scientific display case (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass)

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Germany
Manufacturer/brand
de lettres ancienne “ Original Columbus Bilateral ” mécanique
Material
Metal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
16 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1920-1950
Sold by
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Objects sold
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