Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Carved Boxwood Clasp Knife to the 18th Century.
Apparently dressed in a diaphanous dress, with defined sleeves and neckline collar, revealing tiny carved nipples.
The clipped steel blade with makers stamp TT
In excellent condition with no damage or repair, noting old fine stable hairlines adjacent to the bolster and some wear to her hair.
Length closed 3,3/4" or 95mm, weight 26 grams
Guaranteed old and original.
Inexpensive, French, folding knives, known as “penny knives”, were imported into Virginia and North Carolina.
Popular with soldiers and militiamen during the French and Indian Wars and the Revolutionary War.
It received the name penny knife for what it reportedly cost in England and America during the late 18th century.
Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Carved Boxwood Clasp Knife to the 18th Century.
Works of art, collectables, scientific and decorative antiques from the 17th - 20th century
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French American Folding Clasp Penny Knife Carved Boxwood Steel Seated Nude Lady Treen
