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19th Century Chinese Apothecary Balance Scale Stand

$700
$90022% Off
£531.67
£683.5722% Off
€614.25
€789.7522% Off
CA$981.08
CA$1,261.3822% Off
A$1,098.01
A$1,411.7222% Off
CHF 573.08
CHF 736.8122% Off
MX$13,390.03
MX$17,215.7622% Off
NOK 7,334.59
NOK 9,430.1922% Off
SEK 6,943.13
SEK 8,926.8822% Off
DKK 4,584.08
DKK 5,893.8122% Off
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About the Item

Large Chinese carved wood apothecary balance scale with stand and storage drawer cabinet. It features beautiful carved fretwork on the top and sides featuring brass metal hardware and trim. It is finished in its original dark red lacquer which has some small scratches and chips.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Ming (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Distressed finish, Age appropriate wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Rio Vista, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU155523659122

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