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Two knives – Siberia or Alaska
Two old hunting knives.
The work on the sleeves is particularly remarkable. It is made up of tin inlays in the wood, like marquetry.
Small gaps in the handle of the large knife.
The blades are moderately rusted, but remain sharp.
Very rare knives.
REGION: Siberia or Alaska
MATERIAL: Wrought iron, wood and tin (?)
PERIOD: 19th century, probably 1820-1830
LENGTH OF LARGE KNIFE: 30 cm
Blade length: 21 cm
LENGTH OF SMALL KNIFE: 21 cm
Blade length: 5 inches
inventory number: AM035
Ref: 99BO35N6ZU