Long before the bell-shaped snuffer became the standard, this was how candles were properly tended.
This hand-carved Indian brass wick trimmer is in the original Pinchbeck scissor style — the form patented in 1776 by Christopher Pinchbeck the Younger in England, designed to snip the wick cleanly and catch it in the small bowl atop the blades, extinguishing the flame without soot or risk of dripping wax. The entire piece is covered in exquisite hand-carved detail, with "India CSS6" inscribed on the base. The patina is warm and authentic — the color of solid brass that has been loved and used. It would polish to a bright shine, though we'd leave it exactly as it is.
A distinguished gift for the candle lover, the brass collector, or anyone who appreciates functional objects with centuries of history behind them.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No rust, scratches, or dents. Working condition. Natural patina — can be polished. Please review all photos carefully — we cannot accept returns.
