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Ivorine Nude Folding Quill Pen Pocket Knife Celluloid Erotic
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
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Ivorine Nude Folding Quill Pen Pocket Knife Celluloid Erotic

19th century
Description

Late Victorian quill cutter/pen knife, probably French manufacture, circa 1890s

The grip a classical ivorine nude front and back views.

The tang of larger blade stamped OIL THE JOINT and indecipherable maker, CARDIFF

For the shaping, sharpening and slotting of feather quill pen nibs.

Carbon steel blades, brass liners and ivorine grip scales.

Length closed 2,9/16" or 65mm, weight 15grams.

In very good sound condition with strong spring snap action, opening and closing the tight blades.

No re sharpening apparent.

Guaranteed old and original.

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Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Ivorine Nude Pocket Knife to the 1890s.

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Description
Late Victorian quill cutter/pen knife, probably French manufacture, circa 1890s

The grip a classical ivorine nude front and back views.

The tang of larger blade stamped OIL THE JOINT and indecipherable maker, CARDIFF

fig 1. A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades.
fig 1. Ivorine Nude Folding Quill Pen Pocket Knife Celluloid Erotic

For the shaping, sharpening and slotting of feather quill pen nibs.

Carbon steel blades, brass liners and ivorine grip scales.

Length closed 2,9/16" or 65mm, weight 15grams.

In very good sound condition with strong spring snap action, opening and closing the tight blades.

No re sharpening apparent.

Guaranteed old and original.

Date of Manufacture

Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Ivorine Nude Pocket Knife to the 1890s.

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SA985450
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220616
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
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Archive I A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades.

Ivorine Nude Folding Quill Pen Pocket Knife Celluloid Erotic

Archive II A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades. View II
Archive III A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades. View III
Archive IV A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades. View IV
Archive V A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades. View V
Archive VI A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades. View VI
Archive VII A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades. View VII
Archive VIII A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades. View VIII
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A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades.
Ivorine Nude Folding Quill Pen Pocket Knife Celluloid Erotic
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A cream ivorine folding pocket knife moulded in the shape of a female nude figure with two partially opened steel blades.
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A folding penknife featuring handles moulded from early synthetic materials such as ivorine or celluloid, decorated with figural erotic relief motifs popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

These items typically combine carbon steel folding blades with handles made from early plastics like celluloid and ivorine, attached using brass or steel rivets over metal liners.

Authentic examples exhibit pinned construction, natural surface wear, minor oxidisation on steel components, and moulding characteristics consistent with early plastic manufacturing techniques.

Small antique pocket knives are commonly styled inside glass display domes, brass valet trays, or velvet-lined shadow boxes placed on an office desk or bookcase.

Store the item in a dry, ventilated environment away from direct sunlight to prevent celluloid degradation, and apply a thin layer of mineral oil to the steel blades to prevent rust.
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