Dutch Industrial Drawing Table with Lamp and Drafting Machine by Rotanex, 1950s

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About the Item

This architectural drawing table was manufactured in Netherlands and designed by Rotanex-Pool, n.v. Wormerveer Holland during the 1950s. It has a simple frame made from metal. The table is adjustable and can be put in any positions and secured in that particular position; the pedal regulate movement. This kind of table is very rare and original, particularly for older architects and some structural designers, who still rely on paper and pencilgraphics produced on a drafting table. The table has a original drawing board, lamp, wooden ruler and drafting machine. This kind of scale tool is used in technical drawing. It is consisting of a pair of scales mounted to form a right angle on an articulated protractor head that allows an angular rotation. The protractor head is able to move freely across the surface of the drawing board, sliding on two guides directly or indirectly anchored to the drawing board. These guides, which act separately, ensure the movement of the set in the horizontal or vertical direction of the drawing board, and can be locked independently of each other. The arms were balanced by a system of counterweights. The machine is mounted on a drawing board with a hard and smooth surface, anchored to a base that allows its tilting and lifting. Thus, the realization of a drawing can be achieved in the most convenient way on a working surface that can be tilted at any angle from horizontal to vertical. With the drafting machine one can perform a series of drawing operations that otherwise could only be achieved with a much more complex use of the classic ruler square and protractor, as, for example, drawing parallel lines, orthogonal lines, inclined lines according to a preset angle, measurement of angles, etc. Original vintage condition. All parts are fully functional.

Dimensions:
Height: 59.06 in (150 cm)Width: 47.25 in (120 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)
Style:
Industrial (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Metal,Zebra Wood
Place of Origin:
Netherlands
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1950
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Wear due to age and use. Rust. Scratches. Marks. Stains. Original vintage condition. All parts are fully functional.
Seller Location:
Warsaw, PL
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU3229113575532

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