Knife Collection (page 16)

Combat of Gladiators with Wild Animals, illustration from The Illustrated History of the World, published c
LLM438677 Combat of Gladiators with Wild Animals, illustration from The Illustrated History of the World, published c.1880 (digitally enhanced image) by English School

Piano setting by Edouard Dorn for Rossinis Otello (colour litho)
619507 Piano setting by Edouard Dorn for Rossinis Otello (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Front cover showing Othello about to kill Desdemona)

Apache achievements, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 26th May 1907 (colour litho)
XIR346320 Apache achievements, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 26th May 1907 (colour litho) by French School

The Second of May, 1808. The Riot against the Mameluke Mercenaries, detail of a man with a dagger, 1814 (oil on canvas)
XIR194741 The Second of May, 1808. The Riot against the Mameluke Mercenaries, detail of a man with a dagger, 1814 (oil on canvas) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); Prado, Madrid

Ms Hunter 364 Table I Dissection instruments, from Anatomical Tables, by John Banister (1540-1610) (oil on brown paper)
GUL174528 Ms Hunter 364 Table I Dissection instruments, from Anatomical Tables, by John Banister (1540-1610) (oil on brown paper) by English School, (16th century); Glasgow University Library

Savage Warrior, c. 1800 (pen and w / c on paper)
MGS149816 Savage Warrior, c.1800 (pen and w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); 24.6x21.5 cm; Private Collection; © Michael Graham-Stewart

The Sacrifice of Abraham (fresco)
ALG192828 The Sacrifice of Abraham (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palazzo Arcivescovile, Udine, Italy

Apache is a nuisance for Paris, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre
XIR346308 Apache is a nuisance for Paris, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 20th October 1907 (colour litho) by French School

Rat Seller during the Siege of Paris, 1870 (oil on canvas)
XIR212795 Rat Seller during the Siege of Paris, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Chaillou, Narcisse (b.1837); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The tailor's breakfast
Victoria Glinka

DDE-90032456
Italy, Tuscany, food, tuscan cheeses, traditional Date: 05/05/2005

DDE-90032455
Italy, Tuscany, food, pecorino cheese, traditional Date: 05/05/2005

DDE-90029029
Belgium, Flanders, Antwerp Province, Antwerp, cheese at open market Date: 05/02/2005

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, scene from One Thousand and One Nights (colour litho)
7200989 Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, scene from One Thousand and One Nights (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves)

The new etiquette. Serie
Saskia Dingemans

Fruit table
Juri Aoki

Still life with wine, nuts and apples
Tatyana Skorokhod

Detail of The Lion Hunt, 1621 (oil on canvas) (see 203326 and 196202)
XIR336937 Detail of The Lion Hunt, 1621 (oil on canvas) (see 203326 and 196202) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); Alte Pinakothek, Munich, Germany

"Aw nuts", Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Southfields, New York. Interracial activities at camp Nathan Hale, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. " Aw nuts"

Hot cores to be used by the U.S. Army to make molds for meat... New Britain, Connecticut, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New Britain, Connecticut. Hot cores to be used by the U.S. Army to make molds for meat choppers at the Landers, Frary and Clark plant being taken from baking ovens

Topping sugar beets after lifter has loosened them, near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Topping sugar beets after lifter has loosened them. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon

Jean de Vaudetar, chamberlain to King Charles V, 14th century. He wears a simple white buttoned tunic and stockings
FLO4673612 Jean de Vaudetar, chamberlain to King Charles V, 14th century. He wears a simple white buttoned tunic and stockings, with dagger and keys hanging from his belt

Lord in the court of King John II of France, Jean le Bon, 14th century. He wears a robe of red damask with long hood
FLO4673507 Lord in the court of King John II of France, Jean le Bon, 14th century. He wears a robe of red damask with long hood and sleeves, black belt with dagger (misericorde) and document purse

English royal valet in hunting wear, 14th century. He wears a purple leotard, green hose and cracows or foals
FLO4673715 English royal valet in hunting wear, 14th century. He wears a purple leotard, green hose and cracows or foals. From his shoulder hangs a horn to call the dogs

Juggler performing to music, 9th century. A man juggles knives and apples in the air
FLO4673850 Juggler performing to music, 9th century. A man juggles knives and apples in the air, while musicians play a horn and violin. They all wear short green tunics over red stockings

Infantry Sergeant, 13th century. He wears a scarlet hat, white jaque (shirt), steel corselet (bodice)
FLO4674364 Infantry Sergeant, 13th century. He wears a scarlet hat, white jaque (shirt), steel corselet (bodice), tunic with sleeves of violet damask, white stockings and cracows (foals)

Costume of a English page, 14th century. He wears a plumed velvet toque, green surcoat, leotard in different colours
FLO4673642 Costume of a English page, 14th century. He wears a plumed velvet toque, green surcoat, leotard in different colours, and dagger (misericorde). From the Gaignieres collection

Valet or servant, 14th century. He wears a short velvet tunic with puff sleeves, red stockings, cracows or poulaines
FLO4673523 Valet or servant, 14th century. He wears a short velvet tunic with puff sleeves, red stockings, cracows or poulaines, and a dagger or misericorde. He carries a gold chalice

Military costume, 12th century. Knight in red cape, white tunic, over chainmail suit of armour and plate greaves
FLO4674272 Military costume, 12th century. Knight in red cape, white tunic, over chainmail suit of armour and plate greaves, spurs and gauntlets. His arms include sword and dagger

Knight of the Order of the Broom-Pod, 13th century. He wears the necklace of broom-pods, fleurs de lilies and a cross
FLO4674373 Knight of the Order of the Broom-Pod, 13th century. He wears the necklace of broom-pods, fleurs de lilies and a cross, a violet chaperon or hood, long white damask coat of arms, gold belt

John the Good, John II, King of France, military costume, 1319-1364. He wears a helmet with crown and plume
FLO4673483 John the Good, John II, King of France, military costume, 1319-1364. He wears a helmet with crown and plume, suit of plate armour, pelisse in gold wool lined with red velvet

Jean Chastelain de Terote, Lord of Honecourt, died 1315. He wears a suit of plate armour and chainmail
FLO4673384 Jean Chastelain de Terote, Lord of Honecourt, died 1315. He wears a suit of plate armour and chainmail, coat of arms (argent, lion azure), with gold belt, sword and dagger

Apollo flaying Marsyas, c. 1618 (oil on canvas)
AII79413 Apollo flaying Marsyas, c.1618 (oil on canvas) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); Palazzo Pitti, Florence

The Sacrifice of Isaac
AII79493 The Sacrifice of Isaac by Cardi Cigoli, Ludovico (1559-1613); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Ceremonial Knife (mbulu or m boutou), late 19th, early 20th century (iron, wood, and leather)
7082450 Ceremonial Knife (mbulu or m boutou), late 19th, early 20th century (iron, wood, and leather) by Ngala culture, (19th century); 72.7x17.8 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Double Anemones, 1921 (oil on canvas)
1197222 Double Anemones, 1921 (oil on canvas) by Nicholson, William (1872-1949); 45.1x47 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images; © Desmond Banks

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"Unveiling the Artistry: The Knife's Timeless Tale" Step into the world of history and art as we explore the diverse roles and symbolism of the humble knife. From bookbinding tools in 1875 to Diego Velazquez's captivating painting "Old Woman Cooking Eggs" in 1618, this versatile instrument has left its mark throughout time. In Harold Harvey's masterpiece "The Tea Table, " a knife silently awaits its turn amidst an intimate gathering, hinting at its significance in daily life. Meanwhile, Jacques Louis David immortalizes Jean-Paul Marat's tragic fate with his chilling portrayal of the fatal stabbing that occurred during the French Revolution. Lady Macbeth's infamous daggers come to mind, symbolizing ambition and guilt within Shakespearean tragedy. On a lighter note, an advertisement from 1945 showcases how knives played a vital role in promoting meat consumption during post-war times. Travel back to Delmonicos Restaurant in New York City circa 1902, where Joseph Byron captures bustling kitchen scenes complete with chefs skillfully wielding their trusty knives. Even on Christmas cards featuring owls and foxes carrying food, these creatures rely on knives for survival. Delving deeper into history, Francis Parsons' portrait of Cherokee chief Kanagagota reveals cultural significance as he holds a ceremonial knife close to his heart. Market reports depict English country squires carving beef with precision while knights of medieval Germany relied on their trusty blades for protection and honor. Lastly, William Hogarth's "Enraged Musician" portrays chaos erupting around a musician who wields his knife menacingly amidst discordant sounds—a reminder that even mundane objects can become instruments of frustration or aggression. From practicality to symbolism across various mediums throughout centuries, the knife remains an enduring tool that tells stories both grand and subtle—forever etching itself into our collective consciousness.