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Dividers, 18th and 16th centuries (bronze, steel, copper & iron)
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Dividers, 18th and 16th centuries (bronze, steel, copper & iron)
701086 Dividers, 18th and 16th centuries (bronze, steel, copper & iron) by European; David Russell Collection; (add.info.: Left: Possibly Dutch, 18th century (bronze, steel, copper & iron), 30.5cm. On these winged dividers, adorned with copper scrollwork finials, the thumbscrews are shaped as flower petals and the shafts chamfered and notched by hand.
Right: Italian, 16th century (cast steel), 26.7cm. The perforated head on these elegant dividers is sprung. The subtle interplay of the chased floral designs with the serpentine form is much in the Renaissance style. The lateral thumbscrew adjusts the span from 3/8 to 21/8 inches); out of copyright
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16th 18th Carpenters Carpentry Chased Compass Compasses Craft Crafts Distance Distances Divider Dividers Engraved Equipment Geometric Implement Mapping Measurement Pair Precise Precision Tool Tools Woodwork Woodworking
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This print showcases two sets of dividers from the 18th and 16th centuries, each representing the intricate craftsmanship of European artisans. On the left, we have a possibly Dutch pair made from bronze, steel, copper, and iron. These winged dividers are adorned with exquisite copper scrollwork finials and feature thumbscrews shaped like delicate flower petals. The shafts are meticulously chamfered and notched by hand, demonstrating the precision required for their use in woodworking. On the right is an Italian set dating back to the 16th century. Made from cast steel, these elegant dividers boast a sprung perforated head. The design seamlessly blends Renaissance aesthetics with subtle floral motifs chased into the metal surface. A lateral thumbscrew allows for adjustable span measurements ranging from 3/8 to 21/8 inches. Both pairs of dividers serve as essential tools for carpenters and craftsmen alike in mapping out precise distances and creating geometrically accurate designs in woodwork. Their ornate engravings reflect traditional techniques passed down through generations of skilled artisans during these respective time periods. This print captures not only functional implements but also pieces of art that highlight the intersection between practicality and beauty within historical metalworking traditions across Europe.
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