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Antique W.& T. Avery English Victorian Brass & Mahogany Balance Beam Scale
Antique W.& T. Avery English Victorian Brass & Mahogany Balance Beam Scale

Antique W.& T. Avery English Victorian Brass & Mahogany Balance Beam Scale

By W & T Avery

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Avery English Victorian Brass & Mahogany Balance Beam Scale. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 26" H x 22" W x 12" D.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique English Gothic Arts & Crafts Hand Wrought Iron Balance Beam Scale
Antique English Gothic Arts & Crafts Hand Wrought Iron Balance Beam Scale

Antique English Gothic Arts & Crafts Hand Wrought Iron Balance Beam Scale

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique English Gothic Arts & Crafts Hand Wrought Iron Balance Beam Scale. Circa Mid 19th Century. Measurements: 31" H x 29" W x 11.25" D.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Gothic Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique W.& T. Avery English Victorian Brass & Porcelain Balance Beam Scale
Antique W.& T. Avery English Victorian Brass & Porcelain Balance Beam Scale

Antique W.& T. Avery English Victorian Brass & Porcelain Balance Beam Scale

By W & T Avery

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Avery English Victorian Brass, Cast Iron & Porcelain Balance Beam Scale. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 32.5" H x 24" W x 10" D.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Bayliss & Co 19th Century English Brass Apothecary Counter Scale Balance
Antique Bayliss & Co 19th Century English Brass Apothecary Counter Scale Balance

Antique Bayliss & Co 19th Century English Brass Apothecary Counter Scale Balance

By Bayliss & Coulthard

Located in Dayton, OH

An antique 4 lb mercantile balance by Bayliss & Co of Birmingham, England. Features a twisted iron stand and brass balance with tray and scoop. Makers mark engraved along top arm.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Victorian Kitchen 40 Pound Scale Cast Iron Balance w/ Ironstone Plate
Antique Victorian Kitchen 40 Pound Scale Cast Iron Balance w/ Ironstone Plate

Antique Victorian Kitchen 40 Pound Scale Cast Iron Balance w/ Ironstone Plate

By Young Son & Marlow

Located in Hyattsville, MD

No chips or cracks to the Stoneware tray. Heavy item about 60 lbs. Seems to be working, but you will need counterweights to use it, that will go on the metal tray. Ironstone stone...

Category

Antique 19th Century American High Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Prism XL, Bar in Hand Polished Stainless Steel and Polished Copacabana Marble
Prism XL, Bar in Hand Polished Stainless Steel and Polished Copacabana Marble

Prism XL, Bar in Hand Polished Stainless Steel and Polished Copacabana Marble

Located in Beirut, LB

An imposing counter bar defined by its bold, futuristic silhouette, this piece is a masterclass in balance, scale, and sculptural design. While its geometric, prism-like form is und...

Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Sculpture - Virgen De Talpa (78 Cm - 31 Inches)
Sculpture - Virgen De Talpa (78 Cm - 31 Inches)

Sculpture - Virgen De Talpa (78 Cm - 31 Inches)

Located in Porto, PT

Measuring 78 cm (31 inches) in height and 71 cm in width, it reflects Lópes’ ability to balance scale, form, and intricate detail in a medium often associated with lightweight and fl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Swag Lamp with Floating Table by Rembrandt
Swag Lamp with Floating Table by Rembrandt

Swag Lamp with Floating Table by Rembrandt

Located in Hanover, MA

The armature consists of three gilt spiral rods from which the table suspends, like the basin of a balancing scale. The centerpiece is an ovoid-shaped balloon lampshade decorated wi...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Satin, Velvet

Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Duck Figures with Folk Charm and Patinated Finish
Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Duck Figures with Folk Charm and Patinated Finish

Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Duck Figures with Folk Charm and Patinated Finish

Located in Atlanta, GA

With heights of approximately 11 and 11.5 inches, this pair balances scale and charm in equal measure.

Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1950’s Medium Decorative Latvian Display Case
1950’s Medium Decorative Latvian Display Case

1950’s Medium Decorative Latvian Display Case

Located in Hook, Hampshire

We salvaged a number of well made display cases previously used to house balance scales at the VEF factory in Latvia. The scales were used to check the accuracy of the master weights...

Category

Vintage 1950s Latvian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Beech

1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Small Size
1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Small Size

1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Small Size

Located in Hook, Hampshire

We salvaged a number of well made display cases previously used to house balance scales at the VEF factory in Latvia. The scales were used to check the accuracy of the master weights...

Category

Vintage 1950s Latvian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Beech

1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Small Size
1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Small Size

1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Small Size

Located in Hook, Hampshire

We salvaged a number of well made display cases previously used to house balance scales at the VEF factory in Latvia. The scales were used to check the accuracy of the master weights...

Category

Vintage 1950s Latvian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Beech

1950’s Large Decorative Latvian Display Case
1950’s Large Decorative Latvian Display Case

1950’s Large Decorative Latvian Display Case

Located in Hook, Hampshire

We salvaged a number of well made display cases previously used to house balance scales at the VEF factory in Latvia. The scales were used to check the accuracy of the master weights...

Category

Vintage 1950s Latvian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Beech

Large Rectangular Floor Mirror in Dark-Stained Wood
Large Rectangular Floor Mirror in Dark-Stained Wood

Large Rectangular Floor Mirror in Dark-Stained Wood

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A versatile and impactful mirror that balances scale, simplicity, and material presence.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Len...

Materials

Mirror, Wood

1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Medium Size
1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Medium Size

1950’s Decorative Latvian Display Case – Medium Size

Located in Hook, Hampshire

We salvWe salvaged a number of well made display cases previously used to house balance scales at the VEF factory in Latvia. The scales were used to check the accuracy of the master ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Beech

STUNNING PAIR OF KENNEDY HARRODS LONDON MILITARY CAMPAiGN OPEN BOOKCASES
STUNNING PAIR OF KENNEDY HARRODS LONDON MILITARY CAMPAiGN OPEN BOOKCASES

STUNNING PAIR OF KENNEDY HARRODS LONDON MILITARY CAMPAiGN OPEN BOOKCASES

By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London

Located in Pulborough, GB

Offered as a matching pair, they bring balance, scale, and a strong visual statement to a study, library, or living space.

Category

20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

12x15 Timeless Oushak Coral Traditional Floral Geometric Hand Knotted Wool Rug
12x15 Timeless Oushak Coral Traditional Floral Geometric Hand Knotted Wool Rug

12x15 Timeless Oushak Coral Traditional Floral Geometric Hand Knotted Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

Whether used in a grand foyer or beneath a dining table, this rug exemplifies the appeal of a large oversized big rug that balances scale with subtle color and pattern. Details Type...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Inviting Interiors A Fresh Take on Beautiful Rooms
Inviting Interiors A Fresh Take on Beautiful Rooms

Inviting Interiors A Fresh Take on Beautiful Rooms

By Rizzoli International Publications

Located in New York, NY

In this fresh and serene first book, Turner shares her secrets for creating understated, sophisticated, and functional rooms. Balance, scale, light, and subtle coloration all factor ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

Materials

Paper

Sophisticated Coastal Steel & Upholstery "Datum" Bench, Parisii Collection
Sophisticated Coastal Steel & Upholstery "Datum" Bench, Parisii Collection

Sophisticated Coastal Steel & Upholstery "Datum" Bench, Parisii Collection

By Studio Parisien

Located in Del Mar, CA

Measuring 60” wide by 22” deep, with a comfortable 18” seat height and 22” arm height, the Datum Bench balances scale and proportion with ease. Its sculptural steel legs are powder-c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

A rare 131-piece Christofle Flatware Service in Louis XV “Chrysanthemum” Pattern
A rare 131-piece Christofle Flatware Service in Louis XV “Chrysanthemum” Pattern

A rare 131-piece Christofle Flatware Service in Louis XV “Chrysanthemum” Pattern

Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY

The firm’s hallmark typically appears as an oval containing the initials “CC” for Charles Christofle, often accompanied by additional symbols such as a balance scale, bee, and stars....

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Revival Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Japanese Antique Lacquered Kakishibu Paper/Set of 3・Hanging Wall object Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Lacquered Kakishibu Paper/Set of 3・Hanging Wall object Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Lacquered Kakishibu Paper/Set of 3・Hanging Wall object Wabisabi

Located in 足利市, JP

Silk farmers and merchants used specialized balance scales to measure lightweight, fragile cocoons and egg cards.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Lacquer, Paper

1960 Double-Deck Precision Analytical Balance by Galileo Sartorius in Glass Case
1960 Double-Deck Precision Analytical Balance by Galileo Sartorius in Glass Case

1960 Double-Deck Precision Analytical Balance by Galileo Sartorius in Glass Case

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Germany hand-built analytical beam balance scientific scale by Galileo Sartorius. The scale is used to measure both solid and liquid masses (10/100g capacity).

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Walnut and Eucalyptus Coffee Table with Nickel Overlay, Shokunin Tora
Walnut and Eucalyptus Coffee Table with Nickel Overlay, Shokunin Tora

Walnut and Eucalyptus Coffee Table with Nickel Overlay, Shokunin Tora

Located in Windermere, GB

Designed to be lived with as much as admired, the table balances scale, practicality and craftsmanship in a piece intended to reward closer inspection over time.

Category

2010s Omani Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Nickel

19th Century American Country General Store Carpenter Model Trade Shop Display
19th Century American Country General Store Carpenter Model Trade Shop Display

19th Century American Country General Store Carpenter Model Trade Shop Display

Located in Forney, TX

Primitive handmade solid wood construction, in the original paint finish, featuring a functional hand forged iron and twine balance scale with accessories, raised on a rectangular sh...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Fenice Crystal 8 Lights Chandelier in Polished Chrome and Glass by Aggiolight
Fenice Crystal 8 Lights Chandelier in Polished Chrome and Glass by Aggiolight

Fenice Crystal 8 Lights Chandelier in Polished Chrome and Glass by Aggiolight

Located in Geneve, CH

This 8-light model perfectly balances scale and luminosity, making it an ideal centerpiece for luxury dining rooms and residential halls.

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Italian Mid-Century White Metal Vertical Medical Scale by Salus, 1960s
Italian Mid-Century White Metal Vertical Medical Scale by Salus, 1960s

Italian Mid-Century White Metal Vertical Medical Scale by Salus, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Logo embossed on the platform and on the balance wheel. This medical scale is in very good conditions, it has small color losses.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Roberts of London Silver Pair-Cased 'Speed the Plough' Verge Watch
Roberts of London Silver Pair-Cased 'Speed the Plough' Verge Watch

Roberts of London Silver Pair-Cased 'Speed the Plough' Verge Watch

Located in Nottingham, GB

A curved regulator scale positioned beneath the balance cock displays 'Slow' and 'Fast' graduations, flanked by blued steel screws.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Silver

Swiss Miniature Gold and Diamond-Set Fusee Ring Watch, Cylinder Escapement
Swiss Miniature Gold and Diamond-Set Fusee Ring Watch, Cylinder Escapement

Swiss Miniature Gold and Diamond-Set Fusee Ring Watch, Cylinder Escapement

Located in Nottingham, GB

The gilded top plate features an intricately pierced and foliate-engraved balance bridge fitted with a polished steel coqueret, set above a three-arm gilt balance and an engraved reg...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Gold, Brass, Enamel, Steel

Light Beige Geometric Diamond Rug "Herringbone Veil" by Doris Leslie Blau
Light Beige Geometric Diamond Rug "Herringbone Veil" by Doris Leslie Blau

Light Beige Geometric Diamond Rug "Herringbone Veil" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for bespoke rug development, it is well suited to evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and tactile direction before commissioning a larger made-to-order piece.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

12 arm Plaster of Paris chandelier   Avron 12 Branch Chandelier
12 arm Plaster of Paris chandelier   Avron 12 Branch Chandelier

12 arm Plaster of Paris chandelier Avron 12 Branch Chandelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Featuring twelve gracefully tapered arms arranged across three ascending levels, the chandelier balances bold scale with an airy architectural presence.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plaster

Natural Specimen Of Calcite With Fluorite Cluster Cabinet Size From Pakistan
Natural Specimen Of Calcite With Fluorite Cluster Cabinet Size From Pakistan

Natural Specimen Of Calcite With Fluorite Cluster Cabinet Size From Pakistan

Located in Peshawar, PK

Preserved entirely in its original, untreated, and unpolished form, this substantial cabinet specimen offers an exceptional balance of geometric balance, color contrast, and scale ma...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

Monumental 94-Inch Brazilian Modern Slatted Bench in Hardwood, Brazil, 1960s
Monumental 94-Inch Brazilian Modern Slatted Bench in Hardwood, Brazil, 1960s

Monumental 94-Inch Brazilian Modern Slatted Bench in Hardwood, Brazil, 1960s

Located in New York, NY

Its distinction lies in the balance of substantial scale, precise repetition, and the individual character of aged wood.

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood

Modern Dot-Grid Rug in Tan, and Pink "Rosette Grid" by Doris Leslie Blau
Modern Dot-Grid Rug in Tan, and Pink "Rosette Grid" by Doris Leslie Blau

Modern Dot-Grid Rug in Tan, and Pink "Rosette Grid" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

Its low contrast can support pale woods, plaster, stone, and streamlined upholstery, making it especially useful for interior designers reviewing color balance, pattern scale, and ma...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Flat-Weave with Diamond Lattice in Gray, Blue "Tidal Prism" by Doris Leslie Blau
Flat-Weave with Diamond Lattice in Gray, Blue "Tidal Prism" by Doris Leslie Blau

Flat-Weave with Diamond Lattice in Gray, Blue "Tidal Prism" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug only, it is especially useful for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and material direction before specifying a larger bespoke or made-to-order rug.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ivory and Charcoal Kazak-Style Rug "Nocturne Grid" by Doris Leslie Blau
Ivory and Charcoal Kazak-Style Rug "Nocturne Grid" by Doris Leslie Blau

Ivory and Charcoal Kazak-Style Rug "Nocturne Grid" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for bespoke rug development, it is especially useful for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, texture, and material direction.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Taupe and Charcoal Geometric Design Rug "Stepped Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau
Taupe and Charcoal Geometric Design Rug "Stepped Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau

Taupe and Charcoal Geometric Design Rug "Stepped Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug only, it is useful for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and material direction before larger custom production.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Transitional -Foliate Rug in Tan with "Meadowline" by Doris Leslie Blau
Transitional -Foliate Rug in Tan with "Meadowline" by Doris Leslie Blau

Transitional -Foliate Rug in Tan with "Meadowline" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a reference for bespoke rugs and made-to-order development, it is especially useful for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and texture direction before committing to a large...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Jorge Jabour for Móveis Cantu Coffee Table in Rosewood & Marble, Brazil, 1960s
Jorge Jabour for Móveis Cantu Coffee Table in Rosewood & Marble, Brazil, 1960s

Jorge Jabour for Móveis Cantu Coffee Table in Rosewood & Marble, Brazil, 1960s

By Jorge Jabour

Located in New York, NY

Measuring 53 inches wide, 37 inches deep, and 15 inches high, its broad marble surface rests above an open rosewood framework, balancing substantial scale with a remarkably light sil...

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Geometric Rug in Navy Blue and Crimson "Red Link" by Doris Leslie Blau
Geometric Rug in Navy Blue and Crimson "Red Link" by Doris Leslie Blau

Geometric Rug in Navy Blue and Crimson "Red Link" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for bespoke rug development, it is well suited for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and surface character. The disciplined geometry would work במיוחד well in a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Taupe Gray and Dusty Blue Trellis Design "Mist Lattice" by Doris Leslie Blau
Taupe Gray and Dusty Blue Trellis Design "Mist Lattice" by Doris Leslie Blau

Taupe Gray and Dusty Blue Trellis Design "Mist Lattice" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for bespoke or made-to-order rug development, it is especially useful for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and texture before committing to a larger custom rug.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Hand-Loomed Abstract Stripe Rug in and "Lavender Veil" by Doris Leslie Blau
Hand-Loomed Abstract Stripe Rug in and "Lavender Veil" by Doris Leslie Blau

Hand-Loomed Abstract Stripe Rug in and "Lavender Veil" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for bespoke and made-to-order rug development, it is especially valuable for evaluating color balance, stripe scale, and texture before committing to a larger custom p...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

Materials

Wool

Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Palm Tree Floor Sculpture with Three-Tier Palm
Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Palm Tree Floor Sculpture with Three-Tier Palm

Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Palm Tree Floor Sculpture with Three-Tier Palm

Located in Miami, FL

The palms rise from a substantial square black base framed in brass, providing an elegant contrast to the warm metallic tones while ensuring visual balance. With its impressive scale...

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Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Neoclassical Plaster Urn Table Lamp Greek Figural Statue Reliefs 20th Century
Neoclassical Plaster Urn Table Lamp Greek Figural Statue Reliefs 20th Century

Neoclassical Plaster Urn Table Lamp Greek Figural Statue Reliefs 20th Century

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Rendered in a crisp matte white plaster bisque or finish, this pair perfectly balances grand Classical Revival scale with clean, minimalist texture.

Category

20th Century Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Abstract Rug in, and Earthy Multicolor "Meadow Ember" by Doris Leslie Blau
Abstract Rug in, and Earthy Multicolor "Meadow Ember" by Doris Leslie Blau

Abstract Rug in, and Earthy Multicolor "Meadow Ember" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for a bespoke or made-to-order rug, it is especially useful for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and the tactile direction of the wool surface before production.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Brown Abstract High-Low Viscose Design "Cocoa Orbit" by Doris Leslie Blau
Brown Abstract High-Low Viscose Design "Cocoa Orbit" by Doris Leslie Blau

Brown Abstract High-Low Viscose Design "Cocoa Orbit" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

The compact repeat and layered texture can ground streamlined furniture, wood, leather, plaster, or bronze finishes, making it a useful option for custom rug development where color ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Gray and Dark Taupe Maze -Viscose Rug "Morrow Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau
Gray and Dark Taupe Maze -Viscose Rug "Morrow Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau

Gray and Dark Taupe Maze -Viscose Rug "Morrow Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for bespoke or made-to-order rug development, it is especially useful for evaluating pattern scale, color balance, and surface character before committing to a larger ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Oversized Scandinavian Custom Flatweave Rug by Rug & Kilim, India
Contemporary Oversized Scandinavian Custom Flatweave Rug by Rug & Kilim, India

Contemporary Oversized Scandinavian Custom Flatweave Rug by Rug & Kilim, India

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This contemporary flatweave honors that pivotal historical transition, masterfully balancing monumental scale with the understated functionalism of the mid-century era.

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Wavy Stripe Rug in Beige, Navy, Teal "Tidal Weave" by Doris Leslie Blau
Wavy Stripe Rug in Beige, Navy, Teal "Tidal Weave" by Doris Leslie Blau

Wavy Stripe Rug in Beige, Navy, Teal "Tidal Weave" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a reference point for bespoke rugs and made-to-order development, it is especially useful for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and texture before committing to production.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Empire Lampshade – Blush with Natural  Handmade in the UK
Large Empire Lampshade – Blush with Natural  Handmade in the UK

Large Empire Lampshade – Blush with Natural Handmade in the UK

Located in Lincoln, GB

With its 35cm base, this Large Empire profile offers the necessary scale to balance grander interiors and floor-standing lamps.

Category

2010s British Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Silk

Ado Ko Verzuu cubes model 144 the Netherlands 1955
Ado Ko Verzuu cubes model 144 the Netherlands 1955

Ado Ko Verzuu cubes model 144 the Netherlands 1955

By Ko Verzuu, ADO

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Verzuu translated these principles into toys that encouraged children to experiment freely with scale, balance, color and composition. The visible layered plywood edges provide an ad...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls

Materials

Plywood, Paint

Natural Specimen Of Tourmaline With Feldspar Cabinet Size From Pakistan
Natural Specimen Of Tourmaline With Feldspar Cabinet Size From Pakistan

Natural Specimen Of Tourmaline With Feldspar Cabinet Size From Pakistan

Located in Peshawar, PK

Preserved entirely in its original, raw state without any polishing or chemical treatments, this piece offers an impressive scale and visual balance from all angles. It serves as an ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

Flatweave Rug in Ivory, Charcoal, and Mustard "Gridflare" by Doris Leslie Blau
Flatweave Rug in Ivory, Charcoal, and Mustard "Gridflare" by Doris Leslie Blau

Flatweave Rug in Ivory, Charcoal, and Mustard "Gridflare" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for bespoke or made-to-order rug development, it is especially useful for assessing color balance, pattern scale, and material direction before committing to a larger ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

Materials

Wool

Abstract Stripe Rug in Ivory, Black "Noir Drift" by Doris Leslie Blau
Abstract Stripe Rug in Ivory, Black "Noir Drift" by Doris Leslie Blau

Abstract Stripe Rug in Ivory, Black "Noir Drift" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for a bespoke or made-to-order rug, it is especially useful for evaluating color balance, pattern scale, and surface direction before committing to a larger piece.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Abstract Mixed Metal Dangle Earrings
Vintage Abstract Mixed Metal Dangle Earrings

Vintage Abstract Mixed Metal Dangle Earrings

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The asymmetrical, mirrored layout echoes the constructivist spirit of mid-century modernist studio jewelry, and the pair is closely matched in scale, balance, and movement. A post-an...

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal

1990s Handwoven Pakistani Tribal Wool Area Rug 12' x 22' Large Geometric Rug
1990s Handwoven Pakistani Tribal Wool Area Rug 12' x 22' Large Geometric Rug

1990s Handwoven Pakistani Tribal Wool Area Rug 12' x 22' Large Geometric Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

This piece embodies that fusion, combining durable construction with a rhythmic, structured pattern that emphasizes clarity and balance on a grand scale. The dense wool pile offers ...

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1990s Pakistani Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Light Taupe Abstract Geometric Rug "Taupe Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau
Light Taupe Abstract Geometric Rug "Taupe Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau

Light Taupe Abstract Geometric Rug "Taupe Maze" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

As a small rug for bespoke rugs and made-to-order development, it is especially useful for evaluating color balance, texture, and pattern scale before committing to a larger custom p...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Bakshaish Tribal Rug in Colorful Geometric Medallion Design Rug & Kilim
Antique Bakshaish Tribal Rug in Colorful Geometric Medallion Design Rug & Kilim

Antique Bakshaish Tribal Rug in Colorful Geometric Medallion Design Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

On the Design: Admirers of the craft will appreciate this Bakshaish rug for its striking balance between large-scale geometry and expressive floral abstraction.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Natural Specimen Of Hand Size Blue Aquamarine Crystal From Pakistan
Natural Specimen Of Hand Size Blue Aquamarine Crystal From Pakistan

Natural Specimen Of Hand Size Blue Aquamarine Crystal From Pakistan

Located in Peshawar, PK

Preserved entirely in its original, untreated state with no polishing, this impressive piece balances bold cabinet scale with refined gemmy clarity—making it a commanding centerpiece...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

The Sovereign Garden: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Grandeur
The Sovereign Garden: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Grandeur

The Sovereign Garden: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Grandeur

Located in Dallas, TX

The exceptional design becomes especially compelling through its balance of scale and asymmetry. Oversized foliage is interspersed with smaller blossoms, branching stems, geometric f...

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Antique Late 19th Century Heriz Serapi Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Christophe Gevers for De Coene Freres "Saphir" teak sideboard, Belgium, 1962
Christophe Gevers for De Coene Freres "Saphir" teak sideboard, Belgium, 1962

Christophe Gevers for De Coene Freres "Saphir" teak sideboard, Belgium, 1962

By De Coene Frères, Christophe Gevers

Located in Meulebeke, BE

He often treated furniture as small-scale architecture, balancing structure and surface with sculptural clarity.

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the balance scale you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A balance scale — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. Find 349 options for an antique or vintage balance scale now, or shop our selection of 32 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer balance scale, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A balance scale made by industrial designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. A well-made balance scale has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by W & T Avery, Rug & Kilim and Henry Troemner are consistently popular.

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A balance scale can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,642, while the lowest priced sells for $0 and the highest can go for as much as $370,000.

Questions About 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.