Description:
- Plumb bob construction of the First Half of the XVIIIth century, of iron of 8,6 cm. of height, 4,2 cm. of diameter and a weight 485 gr.
- Made in one piece, cast in iron. It is cylindrical in shape, with a fixed head.
- The execution of the plumb bob is regular, made in a coarse manner and without attention to detail.
- The joint in the mould of the plumb bob is clearly visible.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information about the place where it was made, the maker's details, or any other information.
- The plumb bob was probably made in southern Europe.
Preservation and damage:
- The plumb bob is in a good state of preservation, but it has some knocks and rubbing, both on the edges and on the edges.
- The plumb bob has traces of mortar from use.
- It has a small crack in the body of the plumb bob, due to a casting fault.
- The plumb bob has a very good and nice patina all over.
- The plumb bob shows wear typical of it's age.
Comments:
- Measurements and weight are approximate.
- Very interesting as a collector's item and as a decorative element.
- The tones of the colours in the photos are not equal to the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed exposition of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions not contrasted.
3399 - Iron plumb bob S. XVIII. Very rare....