Gorham Manufacturing Company
Paperknife

ManufacturerProvidence, Rhode Island, founded 1831
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Paperknife
Datelate 19th-early 20th century
PlaceProvidence, Rhode Island, United States
MediumSterling silver, ivory, abalone, and tortoiseshell
DimensionsOverall: 8 3/8 × 13/16 in. (21.3 × 2 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Mary Beth Baird
Object number2004.1332
Non exposé

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ProvenanceMary Beth Baird, Austin; bequeathed to MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Stamped underside of blade: "[Gorham hallmarks] / Sterling"

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