Argentinean
Facon (Gaucho Knife), 1951
Not on view
Stainless steel, silver, and gold
Dimensions14 13/16 × 12 1/2 in. (37.6 × 31.8 cm)
Gift of F. Karel Wiest, 1982.204.1
Daggers and knives are frequently decorated on the hilt (handle) and scabbard (case) with precious materials and extremely high quality carving. As these are the areas that would have been visible when worn the ornate decoration reinforces the status of the owner. These two knives also have detailed designs on the blade itself.
