Bidspirit auction | Set of pharmacy weights, European

Set of pharmacy weights, European Scientific School, 19th century - Brass and ebonized wood. Dimensions: 10 x 18 x 9 cm. A set of pharmacy weights comprised of various cylindrical weights of turned brass, preserved in a rectangular dark wood case with circular cavities adapted to each weight. The orderly arrangement of the pieces highlights their functional and scientific nature, while the contrast between the warm sheen of the metal and the aged patina of the wood lends a striking aesthetic presence. The weights feature gently molded profiles and domed ends, reflecting the artisanal precision characteristic of traditional measuring instruments used in pharmacies and laboratories. The case shows wear and marks consistent with its age, reinforcing the historical interest of the set as evidence of pharmaceutical and commercial practices prior to modern standardization. The piece belongs to the 19th-century European tradition of scientific instruments, where material quality and technical accuracy coexisted with meticulous craftsmanship. The set stands out for its ethnographic, scientific, and decorative value, evoking the atmosphere of old pharmacies and precision laboratories. 10 x 18 x 9 cm.