Exploring Luxury Scissors as Works of Art in the Early Modern World

BY CLAIRE SABITT Although scissors as tools appear at least as early as 2,000 BCE, the first evidence for luxury scissors dates to the late 15th century. By the 19th century, decorative scissors became more widespread, especially in England and France.

Scissors The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Eastman Johnson, Confidence and Admiration, 1859. Oil on canvas, 14 x 12 in. The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia. Estimate: $150,000 - $250,000.

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Chairs in the MAM collection against the backdrop of Kahler's 1975 building

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Ideal for both home and office use, cuts through paper, cardboard, fabric Titanium-enhanced coating stainless-steel blades make clean cuts and stays

CCR Scissors 8 Inch Soft Comfort-Grip Handles Sharp Titanium Coating Blades, 4-Pack

View of the Environs of Girgenti, ancient and celebrated city of Agrigento

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