Scales Collection

1922 British Mt Everest Expedition - Norton and Mallory
1922 British Mount Everest Expedition - Major Edward " Teddy" F. Norton (1884-1954) and George Herbert Leigh Mallory (1886-1924) at nearly 27, 000 feet. Date: 1922

Albrecht Durers Rhinoceros
An Indian rhinoceros, is the largest of the Asian species, as depicted by Albrecht Durer. It has a thick, dark grey hide, which folds like armour

Opera house Sydney
Alida van Zaane

Brown Trout, Salmo trutta, side view

Varanus komodoensis, Komodo Dragon, rear view

Colchester Railway Station - G. E. R. Express Train
Colchester Railway Station - G.E.R. Express Train Date: circa 1903

Lodsworth Womens Institute jam making, August 1943
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N22454

Piano playing
A small boy sits at a piano and practises his scales conscientiously

Tiger Barb Fish
LA-1325 Sumatra / Tiger BARB Fish Distribution: Sumatra and Borneo Puntius tetrazona Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Cat Stealing Herrings
A naughty cat stealing fresh Margate herrings off a barrow!

Justice as depicted on a Tarot card
Comtesse de Segur, nee Sophie Rostopchine, French writer, born in Russia, best known for Les Malheurs de Sophie, first published 1859

Map of Persia (Iran) - all place names in their Latin form. The ancient realms of Assyria, Babylonia Date: 1807

Statue of Lady Justice with sword, scales and blindfold, Old Bailey, Central Criminal Court, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Foot of a chameleon. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foot of a chameleon. Chameleons are the only lizards with zygodactyle feet, or with toes in a pincer arrangement

Northern Pine Snake
JD-7205 Northern Pine Snake Pituophis melanoleucus melanoleucus John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Art Deco Bathroom Suite
A stylish, typically geometrical Art Deco bathroom suite, where even the weighing scales are made to match

Chinese water dragon (Physignathus cocincinus). These reptiles can grow up to 90 centimetres long and can range in colour from dark to light green

Young Nut Seller & Fish Seller
A Young Turkish vendor of nuts and a fish seller with a large round basket on his head

Saint Michael
SAINT MICHAEL, the warrior angel, has weighed the devil in his scales and found him wanting; so now he raises his sword to slay him. Alas, Satan will not stay dead

Range of bakery tools and ingredients
A range of bakery tools and ingredients, including a pair of scales, a bucket, a sieve, mixing paddles and a sack of flour

Swedish Peasant Interior
Swedish peasant interior, with tapestries, ornamental crockery, decorated chests, a loom, a grandfather clock and a cat

DOG. Chihuahua sitting in scales
JD-22148 DOG. Chihuahua sitting in scales John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cyprinus carpio, or Common Carp. Date: 1879

Atlantic Mackerel, Scomber scombrus, side view

St. Michael Weighing the Souls, from the Last Judgement, c
MAE170072 St. Michael Weighing the Souls, from the Last Judgement, c.1445-50 (oil on panel) (see 20546) by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464); Hotel Dieu, Beaune

Japanese masonry Dragon. Date: circa 1910s

Helmeted gecko (Tarentola chazaliae) on dry vegetation
A tiny but beautiful little inhabitant of dry regions of Morocco, this helmeted gecko was found huddled on some dry vegetation at night

1930s woman cooking in her kitchen
A woman stands at a kitchen pantry or dresser trying out new recipes. Attached to the work service is a hand operated meat mincer. Date: c.1930

Rainbow Trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss, side view

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) slithering, view from above

Swindon Works Weighbridge
Internal view showing Pooley scales

Swindon Works Weighbridge, 1950
Internal view showing the large Pooley scales

Swordtail Fish
BB-674 SWORDTAIL / PLATY Fish Xiphophorus helleri Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Tarot Card 8 - La Justice (Justice)

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Northern Ireland, Belfast, Donegall Quay, The Big Fish Sculpture by John Kindness with the scales of the fish represented by pieces of printed blue tiles which show details of Belfasts history

Kintaro with Carp, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Kintaro with Carp, 19th century

The Caution, Covent Garden Theatre, 1828
The Caution, Covent Garden Theatre, pub. 1828 (hand coloured engraving)

Saint Brendan / Whale
SAINT BRENDAN Irish religious and traveller who starred in a popular legend in which he encountered a giant whale Date: 484 - 577

Sea Trout, Salmo trutta, side view

Artists depiction of the constellation Libra the Scales
An artists depiction of the constellation Libra the Scales. The constellation includes the stars Zuben Elschemali and Zuben Elgenubi. Libra is one of the twelve astrological signs of the Zodiac

Kenya, Laikipia, Ol Malo. A small bird feeds on a bird table created from an old set of scales at Ol Malo House

The Little Miss Pussy Cats helping in the kitchen (colour litho)
7157455 The Little Miss Pussy Cats helping in the kitchen (colour litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Little Miss Pussy Cats helping in the kitchen)

The alchemist in his workshop (engraving)
869695 The alchemist in his workshop (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Judgment Scene - Anis heart being weighed in the balance (colour litho)
3621124 The Judgment Scene - Anis heart being weighed in the balance (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, will be taking part in a charity weight losing competition, proceeds going to MIND, pictured during weigh-in, and with Mirror Columnist Marjorie Proops, 28th April 1971

Alligator floating with just eyes and nose above surface of still lake
A large old alligator quietly surveys the surrounding area from a murky swamp in Florida

Furcifer oustaleti, Oustalets Chameleon perched on a tree branch catching a fly by extending out its tongue

Chinese Pharmacy 1864
Traditional Chinese dispensaries have changed little over time. Herbs are weighed out in daily doses, and patients receive bags of herbs to last the treatment. Date: 1864

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"Scales: A Journey Through Time, Nature, and Art" Albrecht Durer's Rhinoceros: An iconic artwork showcasing the intricate scales of a majestic creature, reminding us of the beauty found in nature. The 1922 British Mt Everest Expedition - Norton and Mallory: Scaling new heights both physically and metaphorically, these brave explorers left their mark on history as they conquered the world's tallest peak. Brown Trout, Salmo trutta, side view: Delicate yet resilient scales adorn this remarkable fish, symbolizing its adaptability to various aquatic environments. Opera House Sydney: Like shimmering scales reflecting sunlight on water, the iconic sails of this architectural marvel captivate audiences worldwide with their grace and grandeur. Varanus komodoensis, Komodo Dragon rear view: With armored-like scales protecting its powerful body, this ancient reptile roams freely in its natural habitat – a true testament to resilience and survival. Lodsworth Women's Institute jam making (August 1943): In times of adversity during World War II rationing measures, women came together to preserve fruits' essence through homemade jams – a sweet reminder that unity can overcome any challenge. Piano playing: Fingers gliding effortlessly across ivory keys create harmonious melodies while evoking images of musical notes dancing like delicate scales in perfect harmony. Tiger Barb Fish: Vibrant colors interwoven with mesmerizing patterns make these tiny creatures stand out among aquarium inhabitants – truly living works of art adorned with unique scale designs. Justice as depicted on a Tarot card: Balanced upon her symbolic scales rests justice itself; an emblematic representation reminding us that fairness is achieved by weighing evidence impartially before passing judgment. Map of Persia (Iran): Ancient lands marked by geographic boundaries remind us how civilizations have evolved over time while highlighting the importance in cartography.