Small Folding Knife, Republic, Naked Marianne, Late 19th Century Folk Art

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Object description :

"Small Folding Knife, Republic, Naked Marianne, Late 19th Century Folk Art"

Small folding pocket knife.
The fruitwood handle is carved with a naked woman wearing a Phrygian cap, leaning on a mooring post or bollard.
Representing Marianne, the Republic laid bare after the defeat in the war of 1870.
Very beautiful patina on the handle.
Smal crack on Marianne's right foot.
The ferrule and blade are slightly oxidized, original condition.
Open length 16.5 cm
Closed length 10 cm

Price: 500 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition

Material: Solid wood
Length: 16,5 cm

Reference: 1543177
Availability: In stock