Horn Work Tools

These tools used in the production of horn goods such as spoons and knife handles were commonly used in the 18th century. Although many of these items were produced by travelling tinkers there was also an industry populated by master horners who favoured very fine translucent horn which could imitate laquer work.
Object no :
EAFD005n
Collection :
Horn work
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
Length of file 436mm
Materials :
NA
Location :
NA
Related site :
Mark Farm, Castle Kennedy
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