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Set of Five Knives

Manufacturer (French, 1693 - 1766)
CultureFrench
Date1740-1760
MediumSoft-paste porcelain with molded decoration, original silver ferrule and blade
DimensionsOverall: 1 × 10 3/8 × 3/4 in. (2.5 × 26.4 × 1.9 cm)
MarkingsNo mark on porcelain. Crown over L on blade
DescriptionBy the early 18th century, knives and forks were produced in matching sets. Handles were made by various porcelain factories and blades were added by metalsmiths. The pistol-shaped handles on this set of five knives were made at the Saint-Cloud manufactory, c. 1740-1760. The molded relief decoration showing a floral pattern imitates wares imported from Dehua known as blanc de Chine.
Credit LineGift from the Collection of Gregory Williams
Object numberG17.2.1.1-5
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
French Porcelain
Status
Not on view
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