Working tool - Vintage flower press tool

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

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Brass vintage flower press tool from 1950–1960, with dimensions 19.5 cm high, 7 cm wide and 4 cm deep, weighing 567 g and made in the Netherlands.

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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.

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.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
567 g
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Material
Brass
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
19.5 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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Vintage flower press tool
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