The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of December 14, 2025

Paper Knife from a Writing Set

c. 1830

John Hamilton Mortimer

(British, 1740–1779)

and Paul Storr

(British, 1771–1844)
England, mid-19th century
hardstones including lapis lazuli, malachite, carnelian, agate, gold; original fitted velvet-lined case
Overall: 20.3 x 2.5 x 2.3 cm (8 x 1 x 7/8 in.)
Gift of Howard F. Stirn 2009.39.c
Location: Not on view
  • Collection of The Prince of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, Germany
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