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Two Dutch Diamond Cutting Machines c.1890-1900
The sculptural nineteenth century diamond cutting machines of brass and cast iron construction, each with a cutting wheel and lead-weighted brass counterweights, used for the cutting of diamonds in workshops in Amsterdam, and surviving from the zeniths of the nineteenth century.
The condition of the machines is entirely original with expected amounts of associated wear and a beautiful colour to the brass. The saws have some mis-shapening as expected. The moving parts are all in working order and complete.
Finally, a new craft was added to the repertory of cutting techniques: that of diamond sawing. This addition to cutting techniques completed all the stages in diamond cutting as we know it today: cleaving, sawing, grinding and polishing. The diamond cutting centers of Antwerp and Amsterdam were comprised of predominantly Jewish owned and operated businesses. The Holocoust decimated the Jewish population during World War II and the diamond cutting industry in these two cities never fully recovered. In the years following the war, diamond cutting centers were erected elsewhere with Israel becoming a major player, and later, India also became a noted diamond cutting nation.
Now wonderfully interesting and beautifully sculptural table-top elements to interest and delight in.
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Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
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The condition of the machines is entirely original with expected amounts of associated wear and a beautiful colour to the brass. The saws have some mis-shapening as expected. The moving parts are all in working order and complete.
Finally, a new craft was added to the repertory of cutting techniques: that of diamond sawing. This addition to cutting techniques completed all the stages in diamond cutting as we know it today: cleaving, sawing, grinding and polishing. The diamond cutting centers of Antwerp and Amsterdam were comprised of predominantly Jewish owned and operated businesses. The Holocoust decimated the Jewish population during World War II and the diamond cutting industry in these two cities never fully recovered. In the years following the war, diamond cutting centers were erected elsewhere with Israel becoming a major player, and later, India also became a noted diamond cutting nation.
Now wonderfully interesting and beautifully sculptural table-top elements to interest and delight in.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 24/OCT/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Free UK shipping.
Category Antique Tools
Date c.1890-1900
Late 19th Century Antiques Material Cast Iron
Origin Dutch
Item code as155a2042 / 2160
Status Sold
£750.00 
$972.08 
€900.23 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 24/OCT/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Free UK shipping.
View all stock from
Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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