Museum Collections
Luce Center
Table knives (10)
Object Number:
INV.14528a-j
Date:
ca. 1900
Medium:
Silver plate
Dimensions:
each overall: 11 3/8 x 1 1/4 x 3/4 in. ( 28.9 x 3.2 x 1.9 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on the blades: "JOSEPH VATPIN & BROTHERS" over a floral hallmark over, "UTLERS TO HER MAJESTY/ NO 32 NORFORK ST/ SHEFFIELD"
Description:
Ten silver plated table knives with double swell fiddle handles, cast in vertical halves, with all over foliate scroll decotation; oval egg and dart handle sockets fitted with flat, curved blades; makers' marks stamped on the blades.
Credit Line:
Gift of Louise S. Gilder, 12/14/73
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.