{"product_id":"exceptional-early-wrought-iron-scissors-with-exaggerated-open-loop-handles-and-old-red-paint","title":"Exceptional Early Wrought-Iron Scissors with Exaggerated Open-Loop Handles and Old Red Paint","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossibly American, 18th Century, circa 1750–1800\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-Forged Iron | Original Surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6” Long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully primitive and exceptionally sculptural pair of early hand-forged wrought-iron scissors, distinguished by their dramatically elongated open-loop handles and extraordinary folk art appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exaggerated, gracefully sweeping handles create a whimsical, almost butterfly-like silhouette, while the sharply pointed blades, irregular hand-forged construction, and bold central pivot lend tremendous character to this unusual little piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEspecially appealing is the richly aged, untouched-looking brown-black iron surface, retaining wonderful traces of historic red paint along the curved handles. The combination of expressive form, beautifully mellowed patina, and surviving original color gives these scissors remarkable visual presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully folky survivor of early utilitarian ironwork, possessing sculptural appeal far beyond its modest six-inch size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkism Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67796492615789,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/1957\/4381\/files\/2AC5A936-A0FB-4D6D-A98A-A67B514E2BD3.jpg?v=1792435965","url":"https:\/\/folkismantiques.com\/products\/exceptional-early-wrought-iron-scissors-with-exaggerated-open-loop-handles-and-old-red-paint","provider":"Folkism Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}