$2,091
19th Century Bread Knife, Brittany, France, wrought iron curved blade terminating in a spiral, with an incised and decorated turned boxwood handle, blade lg. 13 in. Literature: Codes & Symbols of European Tools, p. 146. Note: This blade has the same "spiral of life" forged into its iron as the armor's axe mentioned in Codes & Symbols of European Tools, p. 141. Provenance: The property of Laurent Adamowicz. Estimate $1,200-1,500 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-20