Indian crooked knife, ca. 1900
Contributed by Hudson Museum, Univ. of Maine
Item 23471
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The crooked knife, a one-handed draw knife, indigenous to the Northeast, was an essential tool for Indians in this region.
Crooked knives were used to shape objects by slicing and shaving and used to hollow out wooden bowls and dishes.
Other Information
- Title: Indian crooked knife, ca. 1900
- Creation Date: circa 1900
- Subject Date: circa 1900
- State: ME
- Media: Metal, antler
- Local Code: HM 6300
- Object Type: Physical Object
For more information about this item, contact:
Hudson Museum, Univ. of Maine
5746 Maine Center for the Arts, Orono, ME 04469
(207) 581-1902
http://www.umaine.edu/hudsonmuseum/
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LC Subject Headings
Native American arts
Wood-carving
Carving (Decorative arts)
Knives
Indians of North America--Maine
Indian art--North America
Tools
Implements, utensils, etc.
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