Oversized scissors

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Oversized scissors

Entry/Object ID

2020.100

Description

Pair of oversized, hand-carved wooden scissors that mimic the operation of real scissors.

Use

Likely designed to be used as signage for a tailor's shop.

Category

Tools

Made/Created

Artist

Unknown maker

Time Period

Unknown

Place

City

Unknown place of origin

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

scissors

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Closed

Height

18 cm

Width

58.5 cm

Depth

4.5 cm

Dimension Description

Opened to widest point

Height

40.5 cm

Width

49 cm

Depth

4.5 cm

Materials

Material

Wood, Metal

Material Notes

Finished with a smooth chestnut stain.

Color

Brown

Location

Room

Studio