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    • Setting:
      Room XVIII
    • Maker:
      Youngs & Son firm
    • Place:
      London
    • Date:
      19th cent.
    • Materials:
      wood, brass
    • Dimensions:
      910x510x980 mm
    • Inventory:
      3579
    • Scale (Inv. 3579)

A small decorated table carries a compact upholstered armchair connected to a brass steelyard by means of a mobile frame and lever. The steelyard, secured to the table, is supported by a thin pillar and carries a pan and counterpoise. An ornate pointer attached to the steelyard arm is used to determine the equilibrium position against a reference rod. Dates from the second half of the nineteenth century. Made by Youngs & Son.

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