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1950s Russian Double Balance Scale, Large
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Russian double balance scale, large We have an extraordinary collection of highly accurate
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1950s Russian Retro Balance Scale

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Art Glass, Wood

Retro 1950s Russian Double Balance Scale, Large
1950s Russian Double Balance Scale, Large
H 40.16 in W 42.92 in D 22.05 in
Spanish, Bronze Balance Scale with Green Painted Wooden Stand
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish bronze balance scale with green painted wooden stand.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Retro Balance Scale

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Bronze

1950s Decorative Russian Double Precision Balance Scale, Medium Size
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s decorative Russian double precision balance scale – Medium size 1950s vintage decorative
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1950s Russian Retro Balance Scale

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Art Glass, Wood

1950s Decorative Russian Double Precision Balance Scale, Small Size
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s decorative Russian double precision balance scale, small size 1950s vintage decorative
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1950s Russian Retro Balance Scale

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Art Glass, Wood

1950s Decorative Russian Double Precision Balance Scale, Medium Size
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s decorative Russian double precision balance scale, medium size 1950s vintage decorative
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1950s Russian Retro Balance Scale

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Art Glass, Wood

Table Lamp Made of an old Wrought Iron Scale, Balance
Located in Antwerp, BE
Table lamp made of an old wrought iron balance, scale. Measure: Width 48 cm. Depth 20 cm. Height
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Wrought Iron

Fred Paris Libra Zodiac Modernist Gold Pendant
By Fred Paris
Located in Greenwich, CT
libra goddess and her balancing scale on the front of the pendant, this statement piece will remind you
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1970s French Modernist Retro Balance Scale

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Gold, 18k Gold

Retro Fred Paris Libra Zodiac Modernist Gold Pendant
Fred Paris Libra Zodiac Modernist Gold Pendant
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H 2.13 in W 1.38 in
Vintage Balance, English, Mahogany, Scientific Scales, Stanton Instruments, 1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage analytical balance. An English, mahogany cased set of scientific scales by
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Balance Scale

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Mahogany

Swag Lamp with Floating Table by Rembrandt
Located in Hanover, MA
three gilt spiral rods from which the table suspends, like the basin of a balancing scale. The
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Satin, Velvet

Balance and Universe Abstract
By Dorothy Hyman
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful vivid and fluid large scale abstract painting by Dorothy Hyman (American, 1904-2007). A
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Retro Balance Scale

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Canvas, Oil

Large Scale Vintage Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Nice large scale mid-century landscape painting. Nice colors, chunky solid walnut frame. There
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Walnut, Paint

Large Carved Sculptural Sea Lion or Seal in Elmwood Balancing a Brass Ball
Located in St. Louis, MO
scale vintage English sculpture of a sea lion or seal is carved out of elmwood, balancing a large brass
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Elm

Italian Mid-Century White Metal Vertical Medical Scale by Salus, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
on the balance wheel. This medical scale is in very good conditions, it has small color losses
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Metal

"Man with Scales, " Original Black & White Lithograph signed by Joseph Hirsch
By Joseph Hirsch
Located in Milwaukee, WI
lower left. This piece depicts a man in a black robe examining the balance of the scales. 12" x 8 1/4
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1950s Surrealist Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Vintage Large Scale Ceramic Kifwebe-Inspired Mask Lamp on Mahogany Base, 1950s
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vintage Large Scale Ceramic Kifwebe-Inspired Mask Lamp on Mahogany Base, Circa 1950s. A gorgeous
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Ceramic, Mahogany

Vintage Cabochon Sapphire Diamond 4.56 Carat Gold Scale of Justice Ring Size 11
Located in New York, NY
" length x 0.47" width x 0.47" height Ring size 11 Ring can be resized Ring design featuring "scale of
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Mid-20th Century North American Retro Retro Balance Scale

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Neolcassical Sterling Silver Handled Cake Rake
Located in New York, NY
States, Circa 1950. Features a beautifully composed geometric composition with beautiful balance of scale
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1950s Retro Balance Scale

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Sterling Silver

John Kapel, Furniture Maquettes
By John Kapel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maquettes refer to small-scale models or prototypes often used by designers to plan or visualize
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Wood

John Kapel, Furniture Maquettes
John Kapel, Furniture Maquettes
H 7 in W 12 in D 4.5 in
Large Butcher's Cow Display
Located in Antwerp, BE
meat slicer or mincing machine, Berkel scale or Berkel balance.
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Mid-20th Century European Other Retro Balance Scale

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Porcelain

Large Butcher's Cow Display
Large Butcher's Cow Display
H 13 in W 22.64 in D 8.47 in
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
-back luxury. Peeking through the ethereal backdrop is a faint large-scale medallion adorned with
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Late 20th Century Turkish Oushak Retro Balance Scale

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Wool

Vintage Barrel Back Side-Chair w/ Grey Ebonized Frame & Full-Grain Leather
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
classic form inspired by the aesthetics of 18th Century design, including balance in scale, refinement in
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Leather, Wood

Mid-20th Century American Greek Key Giltwood Framed Mirror
Located in Chicago, IL
forming a continuous design, adds a sense of harmony and balance to any space. Perfectly scaled for
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Mid-20th Century American Classical Greek Retro Balance Scale

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Mirror, Giltwood

Mid-Century Modern Metal Sculpture Floor Lamp by Burchiellaro, Italy, 1970s
By Lorenzo Burchiellaro
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Burchiellaro. He was an Italian artist who created sculptures with a variety of metals in all scales, from
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Metal

Gio ponti metal and lucite pendant light model Greson 2 for Greco, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Greco illuminazione
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
comprehensive vision, skillfully articulated his aesthetic in both everyday objects and large-scale
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Metal

Mid-Century Modernist Oval Mirror with Polished Brass Frame
Located in New York, NY
This well scaled and bold Mid-Century Modernist Oval Mirror with Polished Brass Frame originates
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Brass

Mid-Century Pyramidal Translucent Cut Crystal Vanity Light by Glashütte Limburg
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in New York, NY
shapes well scaled to diffuse and reflect light. This fixture balances reserved geometry and glamour in a
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Enamel

18K Gold Lady Justice Inspired Brooch
Located in PARIS, FR
18K gold brooch figuring a person wearing a skin holding a scale. The head is figured by a
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1960s French Modernist Retro Balance Scale

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Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 4ft Bronze "Lady Justice" Statue 20th Century
Located in London, GB
systems. The personification of justice balancing the scales dates back to the Goddess Maat, and later
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1980s English Retro Balance Scale

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Bronze

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Ivory pile field with pattern elements in dark brown and deep charcoal wools. Large scale motifs
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1950s Moroccan Retro Balance Scale

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Wool

Pair of "Dinosaurus" Vases by Accolay - c. 1960
By Accolay Pottery
Located in St Ouen, FR
Two large free-form vases crafted in their upper parts. A nice balance between a classic base and
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modernist J.M.F. Floor Lamp in Tessellated Penshell by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
carefully considered details and beautifully balanced proportions, creating a dynamic balance between the
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Shell

Pair of French Hand Stitched Black Leather Floor Lamps by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
, then sublime curving stem. It is magic for eyes in its form, proportions, scale and balance
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Steel, Iron

Calder, Composition, XXe Siècle (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
sense of harmony and balance. He also designed jewelry, tapestry, theater settings and architectural
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1970s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Deep red & rare Moroccan Berber Beni M'Guild carpet curated by Breuckelen Berber
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Brooklyn, US
An exceptional vintage Moroccan Beni M'Guild carpet featuring a large-scale lozenge network that
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1960s Moroccan Tribal Retro Balance Scale

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Wool

Calder, Soleil sur la Vagues (Red Sun Above the Waves), Alexander Calder
By Alexander Calder
Located in Fairfield, CT
geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. He also designed jewelry, tapestry, theater
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1970s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Mid-Century Modernist Extendable Arching Floor Lamp in Polished Chrome
Located in New York, NY
This well scaled and dynamic Mid-Century Modernist Extendable Arching Floor Lamp in Polished Chrome
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Chrome

Mid-Century Cantilevered Chrome & Glass Coffee Table by J. Wade Beam for Brueton
By J. Wade Beam, Brueton
Located in New York, NY
practice. This table features stunning use of balance, gravity, and scale. The square glass top fits
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Chrome

Calder, Composition w/Serpent, Musée National d'Art Moderne, Paris, 1965 (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. He also designed jewelry
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Calder, Composition, Musée National d'Art Moderne, Paris, 1965 (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. He also designed jewelry
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Live Edge Solid Walnut and Rosewood Coffee Table by Richard Rothbard, 1968
By Richard Rothbard
Located in Hamburg, PA
beautiful rosewood accents on the top and base balance this piece perfectly. All original surface and in
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Rosewood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modernist Ice Bucket in Chrome with Rounded Handles
Located in New York, NY
utilizing graceful detailing and balance of scale, this piece is a beautiful example of accessories and
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Chrome

Calder, Composition, Autobiographie/Traduction, 1972 (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
boldly colored, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. He also
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1970s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Calder, Composition, Autobiographie/Traduction, 1972 (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
boldly colored, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. He also
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1970s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Calder, Composition, Derrière le miroir (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
boldly colored, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. Calder and
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Calder, Composition, Derrière le miroir (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
boldly colored, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. Calder and
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Calder, Composition, Derrière le miroir (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
boldly colored, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. Calder and
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Calder, Composition, Derrière le miroir (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
boldly colored, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. Calder and
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Calder, Composition, Derrière le miroir (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
boldly colored, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. Calder and
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Cinq Boules et Deux Serpents, Alexander Calder
By Alexander Calder
Located in Fairfield, CT
boldly colored, irregularly shaped geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. He also
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Vintage Zeki Muren Art Deco Rug in Green with Geometric Pattern from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
like a large-scale take on classic Anatolian geometry. Keen eyes will further note the interconnected
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1960s Turkish Art Deco Retro Balance Scale

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Wool

Pair of French Mid-Century Hand-Stitched Leather Floor Lamps by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
is magic for eyes in its form, proportions, scale and balance. And, a pair is a rarity. H 58.5" x
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Steel, Aluminum

Calder, Composition, Prints from the Mourlot Press (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
and balance. He also designed jewelry, tapestry, theater settings and architectural interiors. From
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Calder, Composition, Derrière le miroir (after)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
of harmony and balance. Calder and Picasso were both engaged by the relationship of volume to space
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1960s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

Extra-Large Warm Blue And Orange Contemporary Abstract Face By Hans Bouman
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
interpretation and contemplation. This captivating large-scale abstract painting is a harmonious blend of warm
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1990s Abstract Retro Balance Scale

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Pair Mid-Century Modernist Oil Rubbed Bronze & Leather Demilune Stools for Wyeth
Located in New York, NY
leather sporting a sumptuous hue of Apricot, these stools tie together brilliantly in both scale and
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Bronze

Vintage Kurdish Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
large-scale red medallion commands attention, embellished with cross-motifs and accented by purple
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Late 20th Century Turkish Bohemian Retro Balance Scale

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Wool

Vintage Kurdish Rug
Vintage Kurdish Rug
W 40 in L 127 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Glass Circular Coffee Table by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
contradictory forces of continual movement and sublime balance into a dynamic synthesis. Ponti matches the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Glass, Walnut

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
quiet sophistication and laid-back luxury. Amidst the ethereal backdrop, a large-scale botanical
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Late 20th Century Turkish Oushak Retro Balance Scale

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Wool

Blue Topaz Tourmaline Diamond Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Topaz pendant is one show stopper! The scale and boldness along with fine hand made craftmanship make
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1990s Contemporary Retro Balance Scale

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Blue Topaz Tourmaline Diamond Pendant
Blue Topaz Tourmaline Diamond Pendant
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W 1.19 in L 1.75 in
Calder, Les Fleurs
By Alexander Calder
Located in Fairfield, CT
geometric forms that convey a sense of harmony and balance. He also designed jewelry, tapestry, theater
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1970s Modern Retro Balance Scale

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Lithograph

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Retro Balance Scale For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic retro balance scale available at 1stDibs. A retro balance scale — often made from fabric, wool and wood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the retro balance scale you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each retro balance scale bearing mid-century modern, modern or industrial hallmarks is very popular. A well-made retro balance scale has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Berber Tribes of Morocco, Matteo Thun and Broyhill Brasilia are consistently popular.

How Much is a Retro Balance Scale?

The average selling price for a retro balance scale at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $87 on the low end and $56,676 for the highest priced.
Questions About Retro Balance Scale
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A balance scale is used to measure weight. The item you want to weigh is placed on one side of the scale, then the scale is balanced using labeled weights on the other side. Once the scale balances, the weight of the labeled weights tells you the weight of the item. Shop for a range of balance scales from sellers around the world on 1stDibs.