Description:

**Originally Listed At $400**

Southeast Asia, Thailand, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE; France, ca. early 20th century CE. A collection of 3 wood, brass, and gilt brass balance beams from measuring scales. The plain brass scale is likely French and stamped with the mark "RECO" under the number "20" and a "16" on the central tab or zero indicator. This is a hefty piece and might have been commercially used. The red wooden Thai scale has a stupa shaped finial that the indicator centers within when balanced, and iron hooks on the end of the arms. The last is a Thai gilt brass beam with ornate scrolling arm tips and a low relief vine decoration cast into the front, and an articulating hook is placed through the center. Size (gilt beam): 26.25" L x 1.25" W (66.7 cm x 3.2 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection, 1995 to 2010; ex-Dr. Gallagher collection, Sydney, Australia, 1960-2000

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  • Condition: Scale beams only as shown. Fading and chipping to gilt. Age and use expected wear on all, abrasions, and nicks. Areas of green patina on brass and iron parts.

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