Franse Houten Bakkers Weegschaal Maison Beranger Lyons 1847

Franse houten bakkers weegschaal met koperen schalen met ijktekens en marmeren blad, ca. 1890, 19 Cm hoog, 54x23 cm. Als volgt omschreven op het internet. French scales of this type were used in stores for weighing produce. Joseph béranger (1802-1870) was a balance maker in lyons, france, who, in 1847, introduced a balance mechanism that was similar to the roberval design, but more robust , ebony box with marble top. The inscriptions on the front read “usines de la mulatiere a maison beranger” and “lyons.” .Béranger balances were displayed at the london crystal palace exhibition of 1851, and the new york crystal palace exhibition of 1853. A scale like this can be used again today or simply placed as a unique french antique decorative accessory. Condition: very good condition. Voor een uitzonderlijk lage en daarmee vaste prijs!