- Three Carved Wood and Steel Crooked Knives, America, 19th
century, one handle carved with a scroll finial the blade held in place
with wrapped copper wire, one with carved paw-form terminal, the
blade secured with wrapped brass wire, one handle with chip-carved
diamond and zigzag designs, flower and five-point star, inscribed “Feb.
27 1894” on the reverse, the blade held with wrapped linen, (minor
wear), lg. 8, 9 1/2, 8 1/2 in., respectively.
$800-1,200
93.
Carved Maple and Steel Crooked Knife, America, 19th century,
curved handle carved with a scroll finial and relief-carved diamond
design, leather wrap securing handle to steel blade, including stand,
approx. lg. 10 1/2 in.
$300-500online bidding at http://www.skinnerinc.com 35
87, with detail