Set of Fine Grade Waist Irons by Lancini Paris
Set of Fine Grade Waist Irons by Lancini Paris
A very rare set of irons by specialist shoe toolmakers Lancini Paris for the retailer Ch. Aniasi previously located 6 rue Davy Paris, dedicated to the finishing of ladies’ covered heels and fine grade footwear.
Dating to the 1930-40s
11 irons:
Four bevelled waist irons; round edge
Sizes: 2mm - 3mm -3.2mm -4.2mm
Numbered 4, 5, 6, 9
Two bevelled waist pump iron; super fine edge
Sizes: 0.5mm - 1mm
Two covered heel waist iron straight edge
Sizes: 6mm - 6.5mm
One covered heel waist iron; straight edge
Size: 4.5mm
Two covered heel waist iron; straight edge
Size: 6mm
One covered heel waist iron; straight edge
Size: 7mm
Stamped: Ferguson Paris Fabricant 63 rue des Rigoles
All tools stamped (unless otherwise indicated): LANCINI Ch. Aniasi 6. rue Davy Paris
A remarkable and very rare set of irons for fine grade finishing, each with an individual and finely worked shape and finish.
All original handles.
Entirely cleaned, brushed and oiled.