Knife (one of a set) by Antonio Gentili (Antonio da Faenza)
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Knife (one of a set)

Antonio Gentili (Antonio da Faenza) · late 16th century

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This object is identified as a Knife (one of a set), crafted by Antonio Gentili (Antonio da Faenza) in the late 16th century. It is composed of silver and gold, measuring 8 1/2 × 1 1/8 × 1 inches (21.6 × 2.9 × 2.5 cm). The item is classified as Metalwork-Silver within the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department.

The knife was acquired through the Rogers Fund in 1947. No information regarding its culture of origin is provided in the catalogue record.

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