Knife with Handle in the Form of a Lion's Head

Object Name
Category
Metalwork
Tools and Equipment
Date
early 17th century
Medium
ivory, rubies, gold
Credit Line
The Thomson Collection at the Art Gallery of Ontario
Object Number
AGOID.29315
Location
AGO, Gallery 113 Thomson European, West Case

Dimensions

Overall: 2.6 x 23 cm (1 x 9 1/16 in.)

Signature, Inscriptions, and Markings

Signature
Stamp on metal blade: MOREAU , plus a symbol of a crown (?) and an axe.
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