Carving Fork

Object/Artifact

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The Cardinal Collection

Two pronged silvertone fork with embellished handle

Two pronged silvertone fork with embellished handle

Name/Title

Carving Fork

Entry/Object ID

2022.2.85.71

Description

A silvertone carving fork with two tines, filigree, and a floral design on the handle. A carving fork was an essential part of entertaining and was often part of a set with a matching knife. Decorative carving forks and knives were used when large cuts of meat were presented to diners at the table, which the host used to prepare individual servings.

Location

Room

Dining Room

Building

The Big House

Ohio State Park

Malabar Farm State Park