Sheath
| Object Number: | 56-8-1B |
|---|---|
| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Ainu |
| Provenience: | Japan |
| Section: | Asian |
| Materials: | Wood |
| Credit Line: | Gift of Mrs. F. M. McPhedran, 1956 |
Description
Wooden sheath with flange on one side with hole in which a twisted fibre cord is passed. Opposite edge of sheath split, with long slot near knife point, on cutting edge of knife. Reed binding at top of sheath. Incised decoration, blackened.
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