Knife
1775-1800 (made)
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The steel knife blade is notched and grooved and tapers to a fine point. It was formerly etched. It is inscribed with the name 'J. Roaviva'. The handle is horn inlaid with silver bands with a floral finial set with a stone which is chipped.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Etched steel with horn and silver mounts |
| Brief description | Steel knife blade etched with an inscription and the name J. Roaviva, with a handle of horn and silver, the finial set with a stone, Spain, late 18th century |
| Physical description | The steel knife blade is notched and grooved and tapers to a fine point. It was formerly etched. It is inscribed with the name 'J. Roaviva'. The handle is horn inlaid with silver bands with a floral finial set with a stone which is chipped. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | Inscription and the name 'J. Roaviva' (The blade etched) |
| Object history | Formerly in the Rico y Sinobas Collection |
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| Accession number | 652-1899 |
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| Record created | March 4, 2005 |
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