Weighing Scales Collection

The 70th Bengal Native Infantry drawing rations at the Commissariat Stores, Canton, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The 70th Bengal Native Infantry drawing rations at the Commissariat Stores, Canton, 1858. Indian soldiers in China. The Bengalese drawing their rations make a rather good subject for the picturesque;

Distributing hay to the Gardes d'Honneur (Guards of Honour), 1813, (1815). Creator: Abraham Vinkeles
Distributing hay to the Gardes d'Honneur (Guards of Honour), 1813, (1815). Hay for the French cavalry horses is weighed under the supervision of an officer

L'Occupation Francaise en Bulgarie; Nos soldats au marche de Kustendil, 1918. Creator: Unknown
L'Occupation Francaise en Bulgarie; Nos soldats au marche de Kustendil, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

The Bath house foyer, Virginia Hot Springs, c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
The Bath house foyer, Virginia Hot Springs, c.between 1910 and 1920

Sketches of gold being weighed, and children, 1771. Creator: Christina Chalon
Sketches of gold being weighed, and children, 1771

Tristesse des bouchers de Paris... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Tristesse des bouchers de Paris... 19th century. Unhappiness of the butchers of Paris

Fair at the Botermarkt in Amsterdam, 1810, 1810. Creator: Jan Antony Langendijk
Fair at the Botermarkt in Amsterdam, 1810, 1810

Justice, 1802. Creator: Pieter Gaal
Justice, 1802

Fruit store at Philadelphia, Pa. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Fruit store at Philadelphia, Pa. between 1895 and 1910

The Balance of Power, 1854. Creator: George Cruikshank
The Balance of Power, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Army, U.S. Physical Examination, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Army, U.S. Physical Examination, 1917
Army, U.S. Physical Examination, 1917

Shaker Scales, c. 1938. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, c. 1938

Shaker Scales, 1935/1942. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, 1935/1942

Shaker Scales, c. 1939. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, c. 1939

Shaker Scales, c. 1941. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, c. 1941

Shaker Scales, 1935/1942. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, 1935/1942

Scale, 1939. Creator: Max Unger
Scale, 1939

Weighing cotton at Bombay for the English market, 1862. Creator: Joseph Austin Benwell
Weighing cotton at Bombay for the English market, 1862. Here...the bales are landed from Surat, Baroche, Cambay, and other parts of Guzerat, Kuttyawa

Ms Hunter 229 f. 5r Libra, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) (detail)
GUL232031 Ms Hunter 229 f.5r Libra, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) (detail) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

MS Hunter 229 f. 5r September, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink, and tempera on vellum)
5675693 MS Hunter 229 f.5r September, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink, and tempera on vellum) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

Weighing Scale, c. 1938. Creator: Richard Taylor
Weighing Scale, c. 1938

Scales for Weighing Gold, c. 1940. Creator: Robert W. R. Taylor
Scales for Weighing Gold, c. 1940

Box with Scale and Set of Weights, Cologne, 1661. Creator: Wilhelm von Essen
Box with Scale and Set of Weights, Cologne, 1661

Balance-Beam Scale with Geometric Cut-out Motifs and String holding Shell Pendants, A. D
Balance-Beam Scale with Geometric Cut-out Motifs and String holding Shell Pendants, A.D. 500/800

Balance-Beam Scale with Cut-Out Lattice-Like Design, A. D. 500 / 800. Creator: Unknown
Balance-Beam Scale with Cut-Out Lattice-Like Design, A.D. 500/800

Balance-Beam Scale with Incised Circles and Strings Attached, A. D. 500 / 800
Balance-Beam Scale with Incised Circles and Strings Attached, A.D. 500/800

Weighing the Baby, 1892. Creator: BW Kilburn
Weighing the Baby, 1892. Albumen silver print, stereocard

Melenconia I, 1514 (Burin engraving)
5890642 Melenconia I, 1514 (Burin engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24x18.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Melencolia I by Albrecht Durer (1471-1528) on of his 3 master engravings completed
5615762 Melencolia I by Albrecht DAorer (1471-1528) on of his 3 master engravings completed in 1514. by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Private Collection; (add.info)

Two African American women weighing bags of laundry at the Carolyn Laundry at 111 East
MNY380806 Two African American women weighing bags of laundry at the Carolyn Laundry at 111 East 128th Street, East Harlem, New York

The Weighing Scales Maker (engraving)
3646659 The Weighing Scales Maker (engraving) by Amman, Jost (1539-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Weighing Scales Maker)

The Last Judgement, detail, 1860 (stained glass)
3474689 The Last Judgement, detail, 1860 (stained glass) by Clayton, John Richard (1827-1913); Church of St.Mary, Hanley Castle, Worcestershire

Chef weighing letters and food on scales, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730693 Chef weighing letters and food on scales, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chef weighing letters and food on scales)

Boy buying chestnuts
RAF35828 Boy buying chestnuts by Mieris, Willem van (1662-1747); Private Collection; Photo eRafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

Jack a Both Sides, published by William Humphrey in 1783 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190476 Jack a Both Sides, published by William Humphrey in 1783 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Girl playing with scales (chromolitho)
732821 Girl playing with scales (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl playing with scales.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

The Street merchant in the rue Mouffetard, Paris, 1896 (b / w photo)
CHT164494 The Street merchant in the rue Mouffetard, Paris, 1896 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving)
877246 Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 23.8x18.7 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; German, out of copyright

Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving)
877245 Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24.1x18.6 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; German, out of copyright

Asante the abandoned baby gorilla being weighed Sitting in scales June 1985 © Mirrorpix

French housewife Mrs Maria Quaranta looks on as her meat is weighed at the local supermarket. April 1975 75-2072-002

Madonna and Child with Saints and Angels, mid or late 1510s. Creator: Luca Signorelli
Madonna and Child with Saints and Angels, mid or late 1510s

Benefit Ticket for Spiller, 1788. Creator: Samuel Ireland
Benefit Ticket for Spiller, 1788

Satisfactio Christi, from Allegories of the Christian Faith, from Christian and Profane Allegories

Weighing on the ground, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Weighing on the ground, 1844. A jockey is weighed at Northampton horse races. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

La Halle aux Bles, Interior View, ca. 1810. Creator
La Halle aux Bles, Interior View, ca. 1810

Avaricious Lovers, August 1, 1797. August 1, 1797. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Avaricious Lovers, August 1, 1797

Weighing, January 1, 1799. January 1, 1799. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Weighing, January 1, 1799

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"From Ancient to Modern: A Journey Through the History of Weighing Scales" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of weighing scales. In the Hunterian Psalter, dating back to 1170, we find an intricate depiction of Libra, symbolizing balance and justice. This pen and ink masterpiece showcases the artistry of Ms Hunter. Moving forward in history, Richard Taylor's 1938 creation takes center stage. His innovative design revolutionized weighing scales with its sleek and modern appearance. The precision it offered was unparalleled at that time. Robert W. R. Taylor's "Scales for Weighing Gold" from 1940 transports us into a world where every ounce mattered. These finely crafted scales were essential tools for merchants ensuring accurate measurements during trade. Wilhelm von Essen's Cologne box from 1661 reveals a treasure trove of weights and measures used by traders centuries ago. Each weight meticulously calibrated to maintain fairness in commerce. Ancient civilizations also had their unique take on weighing scales. Intricate geometric cut-outs adorned balance-beam scales, transporting us back to a time when beauty met functionality. Fast forward to Albrecht Durer's master engraving "Melencolia I. " Created between 1514-1528, this artwork delves deep into the human psyche while subtly incorporating symbols related to measurement and balance. In contrast, BW Kilburn's photograph captures a heartwarming moment as two African American women weigh bags of laundry at Carolyn Laundry in East Street during an era when manual labor played a significant role in daily life. They have come a long way since their humble beginnings; they have evolved alongside humanity itself. From ancient manuscripts to modern innovations, these instruments remind us that accuracy and fairness are timeless values woven into our collective history.