Knife

Object Details

Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Sabre-shaped blade, the shoulder etched and gilded. Waisted bolster, octagonal, engraved with stylized leaves. Horn handle tapering towards the point, oval in section, carved horizontal bands near bolster.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Date
early 18th century
Credit Line
The Robert L. Metzenberg Collection, gift of Eleanor L. Metzenberg
Medium
Steel, horn, gilding
Dimensions
L x W: 23.7 x 2.1 cm (9 5/16 x 13/16 in.)
Type
cutlery
Decorative Arts
Knife
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