Commercial scale with original set of weights, Spain, 19th century

Descriptio Carved and veneered wood, marble top, and metal fittings. Dimensions: 18 x 42 x 16 cm. An extraordinary 19th-century Spanish shop scale, crafted with an elegant, richly ornamented wooden case, topped with a marble lid and fitted with metal upper arms. The piece stands out for the decorative quality of its execution, with moldings, reliefs, and applications in a historicist style that ennoble an everyday object, transforming it into a piece of remarkable ornamental character. It retains its original set of weights, a circumstance that increases its typological interest and its value as a testament to the furniture and commercial equipment of the period. The piece combines functionality, technical refinement, and a singular aesthetic presence, characteristic of the finest commercial objects of the 19th century. Lot in international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.

Estimate:$1,003.37

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