Industrial equipment - Netherlands - Big Making Silk flower

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

Estimate  € 110 - € 160
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Description from the seller

This vintage industrial equipment was traditionally used in the manufacture of silk flowers, combining precision engineering with skilled craftsmanship. Made primarily of cast iron and steel, the machine features hand-operated mechanisms designed to cut, shape, and press delicate silk fabrics into realistic floral components such as petals and leaves.

Widely used in workshops during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this equipment reflects an era when artificial flower production was both an art and an industry. Its robust construction ensured durability for continuous use, while its intricate tooling allowed for fine detail and natural textures. Today, it stands as a testament to early industrial design and the heritage of decorative textile manufacturing.



Length : 24 cm


Size Head : 9 cm x 9 cm


This vintage industrial equipment was traditionally used in the manufacture of silk flowers, combining precision engineering with skilled craftsmanship. Made primarily of cast iron and steel, the machine features hand-operated mechanisms designed to cut, shape, and press delicate silk fabrics into realistic floral components such as petals and leaves.

Widely used in workshops during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this equipment reflects an era when artificial flower production was both an art and an industry. Its robust construction ensured durability for continuous use, while its intricate tooling allowed for fine detail and natural textures. Today, it stands as a testament to early industrial design and the heritage of decorative textile manufacturing.



Length : 24 cm


Size Head : 9 cm x 9 cm


Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
900 g
Title additional information
Big Making Silk flower
Material
Brass and Wood
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Style
Industrial
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
0 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
PortugalVerified
426
Objects sold
100%
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