Pair of Knife Rests

Germany

1820-30

  • Titles Pair of Knife Rests (Descriptive)
  • Medium cast iron
  • Dimensions 1 × 2 1/2 in. (2.5 × 6.4 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of American Cast Iron Pipe Company, 1986.300A
  • Work Type pair knife rests
  • Classification Tools & Equipment

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