Vellikol teak wood weighing scale with bronze fittings - India, ca. 1900-1920

This rare and imposing Vellikol is a traditional Indian scale that operates on the fulcrum principle. The vertical instrument has a heavy brass counterweight at one end for weighing heavier goods such as vegetables, and a finer section at the other end for measuring medicines. The piece is made of teak wood with beautiful bronze fittings and dates from the early 20th century. An exceptional collector's item with a rich history of use.

• Material: teak wood with bronze/brass fittings
• Type: Vellikol (fulcrum scale)
• Origin: India
• Date: ca. 1900-1920
• Length: 114 cm
• Weight: 1,652 grams
• Use: weighing vegetables and medicines
• Condition: Used, good condition for its age.