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French Iron Mercantile Scale on Custom Stand, a Great Decorative Piece

About the Item

A French iron scale from the mid-20th century presented on custom iron stand. This vintage scale from France is a sizable piece, being over 3.5 feet in length, and features an elongated central bar, with double-hooked ends, and connecting to top at center by the mechanism which is housed with a ridged double bar post, secured and topped with an o-ring. The iron is primarily black, with a wonderful old patina and rusty areas throughout. It is nicely displayed on a new custom iron stand. This French mercantile scale has a warm, simplistic, and appealing design aesthetic, which easily lend's itself to be reinvented in current day use as a beautiful decoration.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 47 in (119.38 cm)Depth: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Scale has been mounted on new stand. Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. Normal wear throughout consistent with age and use. Please see the various photos for further detail.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Accessory #21861stDibs: LU876421415802

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