Attr. Bruckmann & Sohne - Grape scissors - .800 silver - Grape Decoration

Antique German Solid Silver Grape Scissors – attr. Bruckmann & Söhne – 800 Silver – 19th Century – Elaborate Vine & Grape Decoration

An exquisite pair of 19th-century German solid silver grape scissors, crafted by the renowned German silversmith Bruckmann & Söhne of Heilbronn, celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship and beautifully detailed silverware. The silversmith’s hallmark is difficult to read, but I can make out an eagle, which allows me to attribute it.

These elegant grape scissors are made of 800/1000 solid silver and feature a magnificent naturalistic decoration inspired by grapevines.

The beautifully sculpted handles are designed as intertwined vine branches, richly adorned with three-dimensional bunches of grapes, delicate vine leaves and curling tendrils. The intricate detailing and organic shapes are characteristic of the decorative silverwork of the late 19th century.

The openwork handles, combined with the finely modelled botanical decoration, give these scissors a particularly refined and sculptural appearance.

The Silversmith – attr. Bruckmann & Söhne

Bruckmann & Söhne was a prestigious German silver manufacturer established in Heilbronn in 1805.
During the 19th century, the company became internationally renowned for its high-quality silverware, elegant table accessories and exceptional decorative craftsmanship.

Its creations are appreciated by collectors of antique European silver.

Hallmarks
The scissors bear the following marks:
800 – German solid silver, 800/1000 fineness.
Crescent moon and crown – German national silver hallmark.
eagle attr. Bruckmann & Söhne – Manufacturer's mark, Heilbronn, Germany.

Historical Use & Decoration
Grape scissors were an elegant accessory used at refined dining tables during the Victorian and Belle Époque periods.
They were specially designed to cut small bunches of grapes from larger clusters without damaging the delicate fruit.
Traditionally presented alongside fruit bowls and elaborate dessert services, grape scissors were a symbol of sophisticated dining etiquette in wealthy European households.

Today, they remain highly decorative and collectible objects, particularly appreciated by collectors of antique silver, historical tableware and fine dining accessories.

Dimensions & Weight

Length: approximately 16.7 cm
Width: approximately 6.7 cm
Weight: approximately 60 grams
Material: Solid silver, 800/1000, The front cutting parts are made of metal.
Origin: Germany, Heilbronn
Period: Late 19th century

Condition
Good antique condition, with light scratches, natural patina and signs of wear consistent with age and previous use.
The finely detailed grapevine decoration remains beautifully preserved.
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Carefully and securely packed in protective bubble wrap, using a double-box packaging method (box within a box), with insured shipping.

A beautiful example of 19th-century German silversmithing, combining practical elegance, exceptional decorative detail and the timeless charm of antique solid silver tableware.

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