balance in wooden and glass case
Date: 1850-1870
Inventory Number: 2004-1-0307
Classification: Balance
Subject:
Maker: O. P. Drake & Company (fl. 1850s-1860s)
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Dimensions:
48 x 62 x 26 cm (18 7/8 x 24 7/16 x 10 1/4 in.)
Description:
A wooden case with adjustable brass legs and glass windows that contains a balance resting on a white marble slab. The balance consists of a brass pillar that holds a brass beam currently missing its pans. From the right side atop the balance comes a horizontal rod with a small clip for manipulating sliding weights and riders on the beam.
Signedon base of column: O.P. DRAKE / MAKER / BOSTON