Name/Title

Steel

Entry/Object ID

0000.1.81

Description

The handle cast with pierced bronze, gilt with a black ground known as Japanese shakudo work. The top has been set with cameo of a lion's head.

Collection

Cutlery Collection, Misc

Made/Created

Artist

Unidentified

Date made

1600 - 1650

Time Period

17

Place

Country

Japan

Continent

Asia

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Notes

None

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

Number Type

Cutlery Collection Record Book

Other Number

CC81

Dimensions

Length

225 mm

Exhibitions

Exhibition

Masterpieces of Cutlery and the Art of Eating

Notes

Exhibition Catalogue Number: 159