Museum Collections
Luce Center
Oyster shucking knife
Object Number:
2010.26.45
Date:
1850-1910
Medium:
Steel
Dimensions:
Overall: 7 1/4 x 3/4 x 3/4 in. (18.4 x 1.9 x 1.9 cm)
Description:
Hand-forged, steel oyster shucking knife, engraved with "J Stortz & Son ", used in New York City riverside oyster bars.
Credit Line:
Gift of Ivan C. & Marilynn Gelfman Karp
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.