Blades

This selection of cutlery includes examples from Sheffield and around the world, reflecting the diversity of this collections. Whether designed as tools or weapons these pieces demonstrate great skill and imagination in the design of both blades and handles.

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Battle-axe, steel and gilt, India
 
Knife, steel and ivory, Germany, around 1680
 
Knife, steel and horn, Sheffield, late 1800s
 
Trick knife, steel and wood, France, 1700s