PAPER KNIFE

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

The cutter is pointed and has a bright cut edge. Theouter edge has a linear design along it. The handle attached to the cutter is a piece of green jade which is carved with a dragon's head and leaf motifs. The jade was a mandarin belt buckle.

Object name:

PAPER KNIFE

Made from:

Jade -- silver gilt

Made in:

China

Date made:

Early 20th c.

Size:

17.1 cm (6 3/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

62.72

Class:

HARDSTONE

Signature marks:

MARK on cutter: EDWARD I FARMER NEW YORK Sterling

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973