Embroidery scissors

Applied Arts

Inventory number
2025.6.5.13ab.AA.OT.C1840.FR
Description
Embroidery scissors composed of steel blades with mother of pearl handles carved in the form of upturned, stylised fish. Scissors come in uniquely shaped box constructed in board covered in morrocan style leather. Interior is lined with green paper and white felt with brass clasp and hinge.
Materials
Mother of Pearl
Steel
Moroccan Leather
Origin
circa 1840