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Sheath Knife

Jesse W. Skeen

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a knife with a handle resembling a skeletal forearm and fist, accompanied by a sheath with a wooden-themed design and studs. The color palette includes earthy tones such as brown, beige, and muted grays. The knife is oriented with the blade pointing downward on the left side, while the sheath is positioned upright along the knife's right edge. Two inset illustrations to the right display close-ups of the knife in its sheath, one above the other.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3384 × 4908 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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