Collections record Beta
Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Knife Boxes
Object Number
1929-02-17 A,B
Description
Knife boxes with bow fronts, slanted tops. Stand on three feet, one in front, two in back. Brass keyhole in front, below the lid closure. Top has inlaid patterae design. Inside the boxes are slots for holding knives. Interior is of pine. Exterior of mahogany with cherry inlay.
Comment
Supposedly belonged to Tapping Reeve.
Category
Maker
Date Made
ca. 1800
Dimensions
15"H x 8 3/4"W x 10 1/2" deep
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