"Scissorman" fairytale box. 19th century and probably by Stobwasser. wintersale2021

"Scissorman" fairytale box. 19th century and probably by Stobwasser. wintersale2021A rare and rather astonishing papier mache box, most likely by German maker, Stobwasser. Stobwasser began making this type of box in the mid 18th century. We're not sure how old this example is but probably early mid 19th century. It shows Scissorman, the German folklore character who would cut off the noses of bad children, riding on his swan and brandishing his huge scissors. Macabre and memorable! The subject makes this box very rare and desirable.

Our Celtic Dances print is our contemporary version of ancient knotwork patterns

Good brass clasp

25 inches (14 cm * 21 cm) these are a really useful size — and if you want to store tarot in them they are large enough to use for even the most over-sized cards

for protection

Approximately 9 cm (3

high quality viscose fabric with a beautiful feel and drape

They weigh about 10 grams in total

nostalgic heart is made from a hand-printed vintage silk dupion combined with an antique ecclesiastical silk brocade

Beautifully made by hand in Ireland

With a striking pattern featuring lots of metallic silvers and pinks

If you would like to buy more than one of these silk motif pieces

It's lined in duchess satin