ITEM DESCRIPTION
Vintage tools – T9122
Up for sale is a fancy antique architects & engineers travelling DRAFTING SET of 1 x pair of dividers, 1 x compass with a lining nib, 1 x compass with a lead / graphite tip. Often the knurled handles on this style are fashioned from electrum.
Its in original leather bound box, lined with blue silk & velvet.
There is also an original handwritten 1830 envelope.
Made in a time when tools were prized for their beauty as their functionality, its a high quality drawing set, ready for to go to work for its new owner.
Weight – 50g
Size: 65mm long tools & the box is 82mm x 60mm
CONDITION
This drafting set is in authentic antique condition, wear & tear consistent with age & use, some wear to the leather cover & silk lining as one would expect with such an old set, light storage rust & oxidisation. Envelope has some age stains, seal is broken & one fold has worn through. A beautiful & elegant way to draw.
Please check the photos as they are part of the description.
