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Mahogany case for three implements, irregular rectangular shape. Lid attached to bottom with two brass hinges and small hooks. Top of lid carved with scrolled acanthus leaves, in the shape of three "cartouches". Inside of case covered with silk, S-shaped scroll on the inside of case to hold the knife in place.
- Credit: The Robert L. Metzenberg Collection, gift of Eleanor L. Metzenberg
- Rights: CC0
Terms
Medium
mahogany, silk, brass
Genre
cutlery
Decorative Arts
Case
edanmdm