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Large Wrought Iron Mid-19th Century Scale from Catalonia

About the Item

Known as an “equal arm scale”, this large wrought iron scale has the traditional “T-form” associated with weighing devices of this nature. Stabilized by a tripartite stand with curved feet, the well-engineered Catalonian (Spain) scale dates to the mid-1800s. Both ends of the arm terminate in eyelets that serve as anchors for the large hooks of the two weighing trays. On one side is a curved bar that supports an 18 ¼ x 18 ¼ platform with exposed rivets. The opposite end consists of a circular platter, affixed by three chains, that holds weights when measuring the mass of an item on the platform. A toupie finial at the top of the arm functions as a decorative method for zeroing the scale. When the scale is zeroed, the finial aligns with the foliate tips of two vertical members that sandwich the toupie. Our wrought iron scale is a well-preserved scientific instrument from the 19th century and would make a topic of conversation for whatever room it is placed in.

Dimensions:

Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 50 in (127 cm)Depth: 24.25 in (61.6 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Iron,Metal,Wrought Iron

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

Mid-19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Mid-1800s

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition. Commensurate oxidation with fleabites and minor rubs.

Seller Location:

Dallas, TX

Reference Number:

Seller: 424-1181stDibs: LU906341836312

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