Knife And Its Sheath Sami Culture, Northern Regions Of Sweden, Norway, And Finland
KNIFE and its SHEATH
Sami culture, northern regions of Sweden, Norway, and Finland, as well as the Kola Peninsula
Circa 1900–1940
Reed, leather, plant fibers, and steel
Total length: 21 cm
Knife length: 18 cm
Knife with a straight, single-edged blade. The tang, featuring a disc-shaped pommel, is carved from a section of reindeer antler and adorned with three rings of plant fibers. Its sheath consists of two slightly curved and tapered birch strips—one side is engraved with friezes and radiating motifs, while the other bears the owner’s initials. The upper part of the scabbard is adorned with a leather patch serving as a suspension loop.
Provenance: Former American private collection.
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Reference (ID): 1789591
Availability: In stock
