Antique Counterweights

These columns are believed to be religious objects whereas others think they are counterweights. Undeniably they have an intrinsic abstract beauty which almost feels modern.

These columns are believed to be religious objects whereas others think they are counterweights. Undeniably they have an intrinsic abstract beauty which almost feels modern.

Others ( perhaps less romantic) researchers think they are merely counterweights due to the incised grooves they usually have.

Others (perhaps less romantic) researchers think they are merely counterweights due to the incised grooves they usually have.

The writing flap is held in position by iron counterweights, which can be clearly seen in one of the pictures.

A robust circular counterweight, affixed by another large hex bolt, extends to the side of the plates.

Others (perhaps less romantic) researchers think they are merely counterweights due to their shapes and holes. These would hold a strap to lift them for measuring weight.

Hollowed columns for placing lead counterweight for the screen vertical sliding, the mechanical device, it is a so called écran à coulisse; this French work is characterized by such...

Above this is the writing flap which folds forward and is held by wrought iron fittings. Counterweights are mounted on the back of the flap to ensure that the writing flap cannot fal...

The mirror could be tilted at any angle by means of the swivel screws supporting it, and its height could be adjusted by means of lead counterweights and a horse, or pulley, from whi...

The mirror could be tilted at any angle by means of the swivel screws supporting it, and its height could be adjusted by means of lead counterweights and a horse, or pulley, from whi...

The glass could be tilted at any angle by means of the swivel screws supporting it, and its height could be adjusted by means of lead counterweights and a horse, or pulley, from whic...

Weight: 1742 gr. (with counterweight on the base) Size: 10 x 10 x 33 cms.

The two dignitaries, as tradition dictates, have heads which bob up and down and are supported by lead counterweights. The sculptures, made with a technique typical of France and P...

The time is displayed by blued steel hands - Breguet hands for the hours and minutes and a simple straight hand with a crescent-shaped counterweight for the seconds. Interesting fac...

In addition to the openworked steel hands for the time, we also see a golden date hand and a straight seconds hand with a counterweight. Both the central seconds and the type of date...

A very handsome 18th century stone counterweight from the South of France. A wonderful accent piece for any tabletop, bookcase or as a door stop.

A very handsome 18th century stone counterweight from the South of France. A wonderful accent piece for any tabletop, bookcase or as a door stop.

A very handsome 18th century stone counterweight from the South of France. A wonderful accent piece for any tabletop, bookcase or as a door stop.

A very handsome 18th century stone counterweight with hefty hand forged iron hook and chain from the South of France.

Carl Deffner Pair of Counterweight Candlesticks, Germany, 1920s. Wonderful and fun pair of counterweight candlesticks by famous artist Carl Deffner from Esslingen in Germany.

The light has a heavy base and a polished counterweight which gives the lamp an amazing reach and allows it to be angled in all possible directions.

The counterweights measures largest to smallest: 10" height x 9 1/2" diameter, 8 1/2" height x 7" diameter, 8" H x 7" diameter, 7" H x 5 1/2" diameter.

Rare massive cantilever / counterweight floor lamp, model 633 from Reggiani.

Large brass and silk adjustable counterweight pendant by Adolf Loos and Josef Hoffmann (Design - Early 20th century) for Wiener Werkstätte.

Massive and heavy counterweight candlesticks. The candle holder and counterweight ball are screwed to the S-shaped stem flanked by two legs.

The instrument consists of a pendulum with a counterweight that works with a clockwork mechanism with toothed wheels moved by a spring.

The instrument consists of a pendulum with a counterweight that works with a clockwork mechanism with toothed wheels moved by a spring.

The instrument consists of a pendulum with counterweight that works with a clockwork mechanism with toothed wheels moved by a spring.

The instrument consists of a pendulum with a counterweight that works with a clockwork mechanism with toothed wheels moved by a spring.

The instrument consists of a pendulum with a counterweight that works with a clockwork mechanism with toothed wheels moved by a spring.

The instrument consists of a pendulum with a counterweight that works with a clockwork mechanism with toothed wheels moved by a spring.

This post office scale with graduated round plate consist of a round flat dish and a pendulum counterweight on a wood base. There is a screw in the right side of the base that is use...

The instrument consists of a pendulum with a counterweight that works with a clockwork mechanism with toothed wheels moved by a spring.

A wonderful example of an iron clock dial with hands, painted Roman numerals, and motion works, as well as the original counterweight. Probably American in origin, from a tower or bu...

The instrument consists of a pendulum with a counterweight that works with a clockwork mechanism with toothed wheels moved by a spring.

Used to parcel out opium, gemstones, spices, and other valuable items, this small weight would have been suspended from its tiny hole as a counterweight for a steelyard balance. Carv...

These columns are believed to be religious objects whereas others think they are counterweights. Undeniably they have an intrinsic abstract beauty which almost feels modern.

Whether used to parcel out opium, gemstones, spices, or other valuable items, this small weight was suspended from its tiny hole as a counterweight for a steelyard balance. Carved fr...

Small charms such as this served as counterweights, and occasionally were elaborately carved as fashionable accessories.

This large pendant would originally have been the counterweight for the necklace, and would have hung down he back to balance the heavy beads that make up the front of the necklace.

This richly decorated shade is Dichroic, meaning it appears purple with silver highlights in reflected light, then changes to turquoise and royal blue when illuminated. The lamp base...

These columns are believed to be religious objects whereas others think they are counterweights. Undeniably they have an intrinsic abstract beauty which almost feels modern.

The billiard table pocket still has its counterweight. Richly decorated with Louis XV style or Rococo style ornaments like rocailles and scrolling leaves, this billiard pocket will ...

As you can see in our close up photos, both the counterweight and the iron chains that make this lamp height adjustable, come with marvelous details.

These columns are believed to be religious objects whereas others think they are counterweights. Undeniably they have an intrinsic abstract beauty which almost feels modern.

Others (perhaps less romantic) researchers think they are merely counterweights due to the incised grooves they usually have.

This all-original and complete chandelier is in excellent condition and ready for you to use and enjoy. Both the counterweight that makes it height adjustable and the hand painted Ma...

As you can see in our close up photos, both the counterweight and the iron chains that make this lamp height adjustable, come with marvelous Art Nouveau leaf and flower motifs.

If you look at the figural counterweight (it makes this lamp height adjustable) then you can see the wonderful owl and claw motifs.

Together with her friends, Cecilia Cuțescu-Storck and Olga Greceanu [ro], she formed what was known as the "Grup al celor trei doamne" (Group of Three Ladies),[1] as a counterweight ...

If you look at the figural counterweight (that makes this lamp height adjustable) then you can see the wonderful owl and claw motifs.

Adjustable in height via the counterweight in the center.  

Netsuke served as anchors or counterweights for inrô and sagemono. A single cord was threaded through a cord channel on one side of the suspended container, through two holes (himoto...

The mirror could be tilted at any angle by means of the swivel screws supporting it, and its height could be adjusted by means of lead counterweights and a horse, or pulley, from whi...

At the other end of those cords, men fastened small, ornamental objects as counterweights; those objects evolved into netsuke. The netsuke’s origins are still ‘theoretical’, Goodall...

At the other end of those cords, men fastened small, ornamental objects as counterweights; those objects evolved into netsuke. The netsuke’s origins are still ‘theoretical’, Goodall...