Lot no. 1680
LARGE KNIFE WITH AMBER HANDLE IN THE SHAPE OF A HUNTER
Probably Gdansk or Königsberg, 17th century.
Fully carved amber handle in the shape of a hunter with a dog. The hunter's face carved in bone or bone amber. Grip cap in the shape of a gilded brass hat with button finial. Octagonal engraved brass ferrule. Pointed blade on the cutting side. Forge mark.
L 27.6 cm.
Flaws in the amber. Chips at the collar. Broken and loose below the skirt. Damage to the amber on the back. Blade worn and corroded.
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