Knife

Ephraim How British

John How

18th century

Not on view

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Title: Knife
Maker: Ephraim How (British, 1652–1720) or
Maker: John How
Date: 18th century
Culture: British
Medium: Steel, ivory
Dimensions: Length: 9 1/8 in. (23.2 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Steel
Credit Line: Gift of Estate of James Hazen Hyde, 1959
Object Number: 59.208.76
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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