Artemis Gallery
20th C. Northwest Coast Bone & Inlaid Shell Steel Knife
Product Description
North America, Pacific Northwest Coast, ca. 20th century CE. A striking dagger featuring a hilt with a classic Pacific Northwest motif. Using deer bone, it is carved in the form of a bear face on one concave side; the inwardly-curved back is grooved but otherwise undecorated. The bear head is surmounted by a bird who peeps out between the bear's large ears. Abalone shell, which flashes with a silvery rainbow iridescence as it moves, has been inlaid to form the eyes of both animals and borders on top and bottom of the hilt. The weapon also features a hide-wrapped handle and a hand wrought steel blade with four grooves.
Condition: Rich patina on all surfaces with light wear commensurate with age. Leather cord is slightly separated from the handle.
Product Details
- Materials
Bone, Shell, Steel
- OriginUnited States
— Provenance: Private Minnesota, USA Collection, Purchased In 1982; Ex-Doug Allard Auctions, Montana, USA; Ex-Skinner Auctions, Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA
— Includes Certificate Of Authenticity
— Dimensions: 2.3" W x 19.45" H
— Weight: 4 lb
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityCanada, United States
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Shipping PolicyStandard Ground Shipping
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Ship In3-4 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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