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Weight of 1 kg in a small box
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Weight of 1 kg in a small box

anonymous · 1839 · mahogany (wood); copper (metal); velvet (fabric weave); brass (alloy)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Straight circular cylinder brass weight of 1 kg in a mahogany case with a lock. On the lid an oval yellow-copper plate with an inscription. The case is lined inside with red velvet, while the weight is covered with a red velvet cap. Case with label.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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weight (scale component)chestNetherlandsParis
Credit lineGewicht van 1 kg in kistje. 1839. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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