Bartolomeo Terzano (active Campobasso, Italy, 19th century)
Scissors, 19th century
Steel , 12.7 x 5.1 cm (5 x 2 in.)
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Steel scissors with the finger holes in the style of a branch and leaf pattern. The handle resembles the body of a bird, with a long beak making up the two blades. The pivot point pin is meant to be the eye of the bird. The body of the bird is etched with wings and feathers, while the blade beak is smooth. When the scissors are open, you can see that inside of the handle has 'BT' etched on it.
Macknight Room
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