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Knife

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a close-up view of a knife handle. The handle features a carved figure made of light-colored material, possibly ivory or bone, with a shiny finish. The figure appears to be wearing a robe and has its hands clasped together. To the left of the figure, there is a decorative element that resembles a curled or twisted shape. The handle also features a metal piece near the end, with a twisted rope-like design. The blade of the knife is partially visible, appearing to be made of dark metal. The background of the image is a plain off-white color. The artist and title of the work are "Knife".

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Steel, ivory, silver
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
598 × 261 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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