Paper knife
Artist:
Philippines
Medium: Horn, wood
Dimensions:
L: 9 in. (22.9 cm)
Classification: Tools and Equipment
Credit Line: Gift of E.J. Jones
Object number: 1934.3.5
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.
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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