Paper knife
Artist
Philippines
MediumHorn, wood
DimensionsL: 9 in. (22.9 cm)
ClassificationsTools and Equipment
Credit LineGift of E.J. Jones
Object number1934.3.5
DescriptionPaper knife of dark horn. End of handle has 7 points. Has blade guard, curved blade like scimitar. made for tourist trade.Small knife. The blade's shape is modelled after a sabre and the handle is cut jaggedly at the end, suggesting a decorated cap that was lost/removed. The blade is extremely delicate - the item was made for sale to tourists.
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PHILIPPINE ISLANDS
China
Cochiti Pueblo
c. 1760, maybe
Japan
c. 1864