File:Cleaver (possibly Germany), 16th century (CH 18803771).jpg

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English: Cleaver (possibly Germany), 16th century   (Wikidata search (Cirrus search) Wikidata query (SPARQL)  Create new Wikidata item based on this file)
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Title
English: Cleaver (possibly Germany), 16th century
Description
English: Large blade with straight lower edge. Decorative upper edge rounded towards the lower edge. Steel ferrule has worn floral pattern and an extension to which the blade is attached. Ribbed ivory handle, round in section. On top of handle a decorated steel mount and finial. Blade folds towards the handle.
Date 16th century
date QS:P571,+1550-00-00T00:00:00Z/7
Medium ivory, steel
Dimensions L x W: 22.5 x 6 cm (8 7/8 x 2 3/8 in.)
institution QS:P195,Q1129820
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Product Design and Decorative Arts
Accession number
1985-103-145
Credit line The Robert L. Metzenberg Collection, gift of Eleanor L. Metzenberg
Notes
  • Type: cleaver
  • Country: Germany
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