Scissors Collection

Various shoemaking tools
Various tools used by a shoemaker or cobbler, including scissors, pliers, hammers, a skewer, a ruler and strong thread

Tailoring tools
Tools used in tailoring, including scissors, needle and thread, chalk, measuring tape, a ruler and a smoothing iron

Mr Richard Angier (wearing glasses) and Mr Andrew Usborne, Directors of U A Engineering, Sheffield, have found a way to produce good quality scissors without depending solely on skilled hand labour

Fashion designer Mary Quant seen here having the finishing touches made to her new hairstyle by Vidal Sassoon 12th November 1964

Needham, Veall and Tyzack Ltd. Eye Witness Works, Cutlery Manufacturers, 1919
Page from Register of trade marks of the Cutlers Company of Sheffield, 1919. Compiled by J. H. Whitham and D. Vickers.Original at Sheffield Archives ref. SY599/B7/1

The Wolf and the seven Kids Watercolor by Ruth Koser-Michaels for the fairy tale by Brothers Grimm
GRIMM: WOLF AND SEVEN KIDS. The Wolf and the seven Kids Watercolor by Ruth Koser-Michaels for the fairy tale by Brothers Grimm

Victorian Christmas time by H. L. Oakley
A series of silhouettes by H. L. Oakley depicting various transport scenes over the Christmas time. Date: 1939

Advert for John Pound & Co cases 1913
Advertisement John Pound & Co dressing cases. John Pound became Lord Mayor of London in 1904. With less time to run his business, he gave contol of the company to his two sons

Retro Large Multi Tool Folding Pocket Knife Fork S
UNITED STATES - Circa 1960s: Retro Large Multi Tool Folding Pocket Knife Fork Spoon Scissors Saw Can Opener Corkscrew Screwdriver Awl. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Cartoon - WWI - Haircut
A cartoon making light of the perils of life on the front line and the frequent need for surgical intervention to operate on soldiers

Mending Day, by Ethel Parkinson. A little Dutch girl sits mending a little boys breeches, while he stands uncomfortably with a towel round his waist

Happy Families / Mstr Tape
" Happy Families" was devised in Britain by Mr Jacques in 1861

Tailor of 1647 / Broadside
A tailor. These tradesman are preachers in the City of London, 1647. A satirical broadside on non- conformist preaching in London

TAILORs WORKSHOP / 1890
A Tailors workshop, showing the master cutter, sleeve- presser and under-presser

Simson and Delilah, David sparing Saul's heirs from a home bible, 1870
UIG5413206 Simson and Delilah, David sparing Saul's heirs from a home bible, 1870; UIG.

The designer. Illustration of " The Brownies", legend of the 19th century reproduced in the poem " Die
IMB4827328 The designer. Illustration of " The Brownies", legend of the 19th century reproduced in the poem " Die Heinzelmannchen zu Koln" by August Kopisch (1799-1853)

Illustration of Marcel Noblet dit Nob (1880-1935) for the Cover of Le Cri de Paris
ICA4947458 Illustration of Marcel Noblet dit Nob (1880-1935) for the Cover of Le Cri de Paris, 29/11/14 - Madame anastasie " What will she still cut me

Butterfly collector's tools from the 18th century: aerial net on a cane 1, scissors with racquets 2
FLO4671146 Butterfly collector's tools from the 18th century: aerial net on a cane 1, scissors with racquets 2, small preservative brush 6, and soft brush to remove dust 9

Itinerant Chinese barber ringing finger bells to find customers, Qing Dynasty
FLO4590497 Itinerant Chinese barber ringing finger bells to find customers, Qing Dynasty. He carries a stool and bucket on a bamboo yoke, along with razor, scissors, strop, etc

Jean Louis Petite's machine to compress femoral artere during thigh amputation, bandage
FLO4611844 Jean Louis Petite's machine to compress femoral artere during thigh amputation, bandage, aneurysm needle and scissors - Plate taken from " L'Encyclopedie" by Denis

Caricature of Anatoli Vasilyevich Lounatcharsky, 1927 (print)
PCT4278055 Caricature of Anatoli Vasilyevich Lounatcharsky, 1927 (print); (add.info.: Anatoli Vasilyevich Lounatcharsky (1875-1933), Russian journalist, writer and politician (sovietic)

Surgical equipment including spatula, eye probe, caustic case, probe, director, pocket tenaculum
FLO4592887 Surgical equipment including spatula, eye probe, caustic case, probe, director, pocket tenaculum, male and female catheters, needles, forceps, lancets and scissors from the 19th century

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401099 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Caricature of macaroni fashions of the late 18th century, man in high wig looking at a reflection in a mirror
FLO4717964 Caricature of macaroni fashions of the late 18th century, man in high wig looking at a reflection in a mirror, while a fawning barber trims a wig

A scissors grinder sharpening scissors
2628594 A scissors grinder sharpening scissors.; (add.info.: An American illustration of a scissors grinder sharpening scissors while a girl and her maid look)

Fashion Young Women of 1814 - Ladies in fashions of 1814 Antique hand-colored print
NWI4957185 Fashion Young Women of 1814 - Ladies in fashions of 1814 Antique hand-colored print; (add.info.: Fashion Young Women of 1814 - Ladies in fashions of 1814 Antique hand-colored print)

Pantagruel ou Henri II (1519-1559) - engraving of 1823 in " Drolatiques Songes de Pantagruel" by Francois
JEB4935124 Pantagruel ou Henri II (1519-1559) - engraving of 1823 in " Drolatiques Songes de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553) - (The Capricious Dreams of Pantagruel)

La Caricature (1830) politique, number 51, Satirique en Couleurs, 1831_4_28: Paquet royal - Justice Proces - Marianne
ICA4930230 La Caricature (1830) politique, number 51, Satirique en Couleurs, 1831_4_28: Paquet royal - Justice Proces - Marianne, Magistrate; (add.info.: La Caricature (1830) politique, number 51

A sewing kit, 1881
3479063 A sewing kit, 1881; (add.info.: Woodcut illustration of a sewing kit, including scissors, needles and small hooking devices. Dated 1881.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Work table, 1891
3479028 Work table, 1891; (add.info.: Illustration advertising a Work Table that contains a range of crafting materials such as cotton, sewing needles, scissors and knitting needles)

Medieval glassman's chair and tools (b/w photo)
8676068 Medieval glassman's chair and tools (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medieval glassman's chair and tools)

Boy getting his first haircut (b/w photo)
8672147 Boy getting his first haircut (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy getting his first haircut. A man cutting a boy's hair around a bowl)

A widow taking down telegraph wires put on her rooftop (engraving)
8664231 A widow taking down telegraph wires put on her rooftop (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: War on the wires)

Le Triboulet, 1886_2_28 - Illustration by Pierre-Albert Douat BlassJ. (1847-1892): Republican Republique, Monarchy
ICA4929315 Le Triboulet, 1886_2_28 - Illustration by Pierre-Albert Douat BlassJ. (1847-1892): Republican Republique, Monarchy, Expulsion of Princes - Marianne

Surgical equipment for a lithotomy: sound, staffs, Blunt gorget, Hawkin's cutting gorget, Mr
FLO4593006 Surgical equipment for a lithotomy: sound, staffs, Blunt gorget, Hawkin's cutting gorget, Mr. Cline's cutting gorget, Mr. Aberney's gorget and forceps from the 19th century

Illustration by Henri Meyer (1844-1899) in Diogene, 1867-10-12 - Censorship, Press/Media - Dusautoy - Scissors
ICA4896574 Illustration by Henri Meyer (1844-1899) in Diogene, 1867-10-12 - Censorship, Press/Media - Dusautoy - Scissors; (add.info.: Illustration by Henri Meyer (1844-1899) in Diogene

La classe de couture de l'ecole indienne de Chemawa, a Salem (Oregon, USA), ca
NWI4899248 La classe de couture de l'ecole indienne de Chemawa, a Salem (Oregon, USA), ca. 1880 - Reproduction in duotone reproduction of a 19th century illustration - Tailoring class at Chemawa

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220533 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

Samson and Delilah (colour litho)
8635642 Samson and Delilah (colour litho) by Tillack, Johannes Adolf (1861-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samson and Delilah, Judges 16:20. Old Testament Pictures)

I scarcely know how to commence (colour litho)
8635505 I scarcely know how to commence (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I scarcely know how to commence, bald man with only one hair at the barbers)

"Reel" Money (litho)
8663497 "Reel" Money (litho) by Poy (Percy Hutton Fearon) (1874-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Reel" Money)

Ornament: Metal Objects, The Scissors (engraving)
8647161 Ornament: Metal Objects, The Scissors (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Metal Objects, The Scissors)

Dwarf fishing, c.1930 (illustration)
8698318 Dwarf fishing, c.1930 (illustration); (add.info.: Literature. Fairy Tales. A dwarf fishing. Illustration, France, ca 1930.); © Archives Charmet.

Le roy Benius ou Saint Benoit (Saint Benoit de Nursie, 480-587) - engraving of 1823 in " Songes drolatiques de
JEB4935408 Le roy Benius ou Saint Benoit (Saint Benoit de Nursie, 480-587) - engraving of 1823 in " Songes drolatiques de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553)

Greek mythology: Atropos, one of the three Cabinets, the relentless, who cuts with his scissors the thread of human
FLO4679944 Greek mythology: Atropos, one of the three Cabinets, the relentless, who cuts with his scissors the thread of human life - Eau forte by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf

Austrian sewing workshop and fur
3569018 Austrian sewing workshop and fur; (add.info.: Austria 1900 ca. Photographer: Pressler K.,); Alinari Archives, Florence.

8626842

School-boy, School-house, Schooner, Scissors, Screw-jack, Screw-pipe, Sculpin, Sculptor, Scuttle, Sea-coast, Sea-fight
8650073 School-boy, School-house, Schooner, Scissors, Screw-jack, Screw-pipe, Sculpin, Sculptor, Scuttle, Sea-coast, Sea-fight, Sea-horse (engraving) by German School

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Scissors, the unsung heroes of craftsmanship and creativity. From various shoemaking tools to tailoring essentials, they have been an indispensable part of our lives for centuries. In 1919, Needham, Veall and Tyzack Ltd. , Eye Witness Works, Cutlery Manufacturers showcased their exceptional craftsmanship through a range of high-quality scissors. Meanwhile, John Pound & Co's 1913 advert highlighted how their cases were perfect companions for these essential tools. Even in the engineering world, scissors found their place as Mr Richard Angier and Mr Andrew Usborne proudly displayed U A Engineering's innovative designs. And who can forget fashion icon Mary Quant? With her new collection taking shape before our eyes, it was the precise snip of a scissor that added those finishing touches to her creations. But scissors aren't limited to professional use alone; they have also made appearances in art and literature. Ruth Koser-Michaels' watercolor depicted the classic tale of "The Wolf and the Seven Kids, " where a pair of menacing scissors played a pivotal role. H. L Oakley's Victorian Christmas painting captured the festive spirit with delicate scissor-cut decorations adorning homes. And let's not overlook everyday utility. The retro large multi-tool folding pocket knife fork S combined several handy tools into one compact package – including trusty scissors. Even during World War I haircut cartoons or Ethel Parkinson's heartwarming illustration titled "Mending Day, " we see how ordinary moments are intertwined with this humble tool. Whether it be cutting fabrics or shaping memories, scissors hold immense power within their blades. They bring joy to happy families while effortlessly slicing through life’s challenges.