Antique Set of Rustic Carter Cutlery with Carved Horn Handles 17th

A rare antique set of knive and fork as serving cutlery. The handles are made of deer horn with handcarved heads of middle age people on their end. Tines and blade are made of tinned metal. Manufactured in Germany in the second half of the 17th century. This type of cutlery was used by hunters or travelling salesmen on their trips. Good condition with traces of use according to the old age.

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Measures:
Length: 9.65" (24.5 cm)
Width: 1.57" (4 cm)
Depth: 0.79" (2 cm)

artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.

Origin:
Germany

Materials & Techniques:
Horn, Metal

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.