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Antique Print of Two Balances for Weighing Fire and Air, c.1780

About the Item

Antique print titled 'Balance for weighing air - Balance for weighing fire'. Copper engraving of two balances. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Anonymous Condition: Good, age-related toning. Original folding lines, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1780 Overall size: 27 x 21 cm. Image size: 22 x 14 cm. Whilst cartography holds a special place in our collection, we also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Condition: Good, age-related toning. Original folding lines, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JAK-9021stDibs: LU3054329344272
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