Description:
- Plumb bob from the first half of the 19th century, with a solid iron weight, 10,2 cm. high, 3,9 cm. diameter and a weight of 490 gr.
- The iron weight has a fixed head. The body of the weight has a cylindrical and conical shape. The weight is manufactured by turning.
- Along the body there are turned grooves of subtle depth, creating a harmonious overall effect.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on where it was made, the maker's details, or any other information.
- The plumb bob was probably made in southern Europe.
Conservation and damage:
- The plumb bob is in a good state of preservation, with many, but very minor knocks and scratches, both on the edges and edges, as well as on the faces.
- Both the quality of the casting and the execution of the weight are good.
- Very good and nice patina is preserved throughout the plumb bob.
Comments:
- Both the Measurements, as well as the 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 the same as 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.
3277 - Plumb bob iron construction. S.XIX...