Scissors case, 17th century, French, Steel, Overall (confirmed): 3 13/16 × 1 5/16 × 3/16 in. ( × × cm), Metalwork

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Scissors case, 17th century, French, Steel, Overall (confirmed): 3 13/16 × 1 5/16 × 3/16 in. ( × × cm), Metalwork-Steel, The rather sophisticated ornamental piercing on this case represents a transitional moment: the language is ultimately drawn from late Mannerist motifs (the scrolling foliage inhabited by frolicking putti), but it also looks forward to the Baroque in its more naturalistic treatment of the flowers

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Size: 3743px × 4800px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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