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Handle

17th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Unknown

This handle of a knife(?) was perhaps made in the 17th century. This handle is carved in bone with two standing figures.


Object details

Category
Tableware & Cutlery
Object type
Handle
Materials and techniques
Carved bone
Bone
Brief description
Handle of a knife(?) carved in bone. Perhaps 17th century.
Physical description
Handle carved in bone with two standing figures.
Dimensions
  • Height: 3.625in
Summary
This handle of a knife(?) was perhaps made in the 17th century. This handle is carved in bone with two standing figures.
Collection
Sculpture Collection
Accession number
A.22-1920

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
Record URL
https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O349531/handle-unknown/
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