Penknife
Taylors Eye Witness Ltd, Sheffield
Category
Tools
Date
Unknown
Materials
Metal and bone
Measurements
15 x 33 mm; 160 mm (Length)
Place of origin
Sheffield
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 14447
Summary
Large penknife, bone handle with silver inlay for inscription. Small metal flange on side for opening and locking. On blade base; TAYLOR / SHEFFIELD. On shaft with eye and eyebrow design; AL KNIFE WITNESS. Metal hanging loop on end of handle.
Provenance
purchase from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters
Makers and roles
Taylors Eye Witness Ltd, Sheffield, maker