Paper Knife or Bookmark
Artist
William Robb
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1851 - 1927)
Date1925 - 1926
Object NameKnife
Mediumsilver
ClassificationsApplied Art
Dimensions12.8 x 2.2cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1984.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG001342
Keywords
This decorative sword could be used as a paper knife or a book mark, and features an engraved celtic style interlacing. He often used celtic and Scottish themes in his work.
More About Me
Robb, a gold and silversmith native of Aberdeen, settled in Ballater as "Robb of Ballester". He often used Celtic or Scottish themes in his work.
William Robb
