French 19th Century Cased Apothecary Scale
$1,150.00
SKU: 1773-0
Dimension: 15.75"H x 14.13"W x 9.5"D
Dimensions: 15 3/4″ H x 14 1/8″ W x 9 1/2″ D
This unique French Apothecary Scale sits in a ebonized wood and glass case. The front of the case lifts for access to the delicate brass scale. At the base of the scale is an address etched into the plate: ‘G. Viollet 48 Rue La Fayette Paris.’ The pull on the glass front as well as a knob on the surface in front of the scale are brass and the drawer has a turned wood knob. The feet are also brass and are adjustable with a simple turn to level the scale. There are a few small thin weights in the drawer.
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Dimensions: 15 3/4″ H x 14 1/8″ W x 9 1/2″ D
This unique French Apothecary Scale sits in a ebonized wood and glass case. The front of the case lifts for access to the delicate brass scale. At the base of the scale is an address etched into the plate: ‘G. Viollet 48 Rue La Fayette Paris.’ The pull on the glass front as well as a knob on the surface in front of the scale are brass and the drawer has a turned wood knob. The feet are also brass and are adjustable with a simple turn to level the scale. There are a few small thin weights in the drawer.
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| Dimensions | 9.5 × 14.13 × 15.75 in |
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