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A French counter scale in warm walnut and brass, circa 1880s. The scale is made of walnut wood, each side has a simple thin inlaid square of lighter toned wood. Either side has a glass front dial with a decorative brass ring. The two plateaux are brass. Very clean lines and beautiful patinas on both wood and brass. The piece hails from the Usine de la Mulatiere, near Lyon.
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- Place of origin
- Date of manufactureLate 1800s
- Period
- Materials and techniques
- ConditionGood. Minor age appropriate wear on wood and discoloration on brass..
- WearWear consistent with age and use.
- Dimensions
H 7 in. x W 19 in. x D 7.5 in.
H 17.78 cm x W 48.26 cm x D 19.05 cm
- Seller locationAustin, TX
- Seller reference numberBB33
- Reference numberLU86905488683
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