Output Options

1957.20.2

ID Number: 1957.20.2
Category: T&E For Science & Technology
Sub-category: armament T&E - accessory
Item Name: knife
Maker: Askham, John
Materials: METAL, STEEL WOOD, UNKNOWN
Measurements: overall: 1 in x 13 in
Description: referred to as a scalping knife; steel, wood; pointed tip; curved notch on cutting edge; blade pitted; tip bent
History: From the Huron Reserve at Anderdon. This knife was originally called the "Scalping Knife"; however, there is no evidence that it was actually used for this purpose. Many old exhibitions emphasized morbid elements to attract people's attention. The question we must ask ourselves is are we all that different today?"
Collection Name: Museum Windsor
Subject (Fre): Y

Subjects

Anderdon Township (Ont.) / Banlieue Anderdon (Ont.) place

Natives subject

Weapon subject

Please let us know if you spotted something incorrect or may have more information on this object.