Fork

Object Details

Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Fork has three curved tines, curved shoulders. Plain neck, square ferrule. Square ivory handle, makes a double right turn, on the top the bust of a man, scrollwork on back and front of handle.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Date
early 17th century
Credit Line
The Robert L. Metzenberg Collection, gift of Eleanor L. Metzenberg
Medium
ivory, steel
Dimensions
?
Type
cutlery
Decorative Arts
Fork
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