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Knife for Kit with Chopsticks and Knife- Souvenir Trade

early 1900s

Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912) to Taishō period

(1912–26)
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Medium
enamel, wood, walrus ivory or bone, metal
Measurements
Overall: 28 cm (11 in.); Blade: 15.9 cm (6 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Laurence H. Norton, Robert C. Norton, and Miriam Norton White in memory of Mr. and Mrs. D. Z. Norton 1939.382.a
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Not on view
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A long, vertical knife features a straight, dark metal blade with a polished silver edge and narrow groove. A tiny gold symbol is etched into the metal near the hilt. The handle, made of light-brown wood secured with brass pins, is topped by a white bone cap featuring two dark dots.

Knife for Kit with Chopsticks and Knife- Souvenir Trade

early 1900s

Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912) to Taishō period (1912–26)

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