A very fine pair of George III Snuffer Scissors/Wick Trimmers made in London in 1813 by Thomas Radcliffe.
A very fine pair of George III Snuffer Scissors/Wick Trimmers made in London in 1813 by Thomas Radcliffe.
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These exceptionally fine Snuffer Scissors are profusely decorated in the manner of Paul Storr, with gadrooning, foliate scrolls, shells and a central flower head boss. The top of the snuffing box is also decorated with foliate scrolls, around a central flower head, all on a matted ground. The side of the box is engraved with a contemporary Crest below the Coronet of an Earl. The Snuffer Scissors are in quite excellent condition and are very well marked. Their quality is outstanding, one of the finest pairs we have offered over the years. As you will appreciate, these were originally used for snuffing out candles and trimming the wicks of candles. Thomas Radcliffe had workshops at 29, Great Sutton Street, when these fine scissors were made.
Length: 7.2 inches, 18cm.
Width, across the finger rings: 2.2 inches, 5.5 cm.
Height, to the top of the box: 1.75 inches, 4.38 cm.
Weight: 5oz.
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