19th century Inuit snow knife. Small chip near the end of the blade. Otherwise fine condition. Measures 15.5" long.

Pair of 18th century American brass and iron knife blade andirons with penny feet. Note the line in the brass top indicating a two part mold; this is what identifies period andirons. Dimensions: 22.5" high x 9.5" wide x 16.5" deep. Excellent condition. For a similar example please see: 'Early American Andirons and Other Fireplace Accessories' by Henry J. Kauffman and Quentin H. Bowers, page 51, published by Thomas Nelson, Nashville and New York, in 1974.

Early American hand wrought steel spatula stamped F. A., 18th century. Stamped kitchen tools of this period are quite rare. Length 19.5 inches.

18th century American brass and iron strainer. Note the blacksmith's hand-forged connection on the handle, the hand-cut star motif of the strainer bowl, the large brass rivets and the rolled edge. Excellent condition. Length is 19.5 inches.

Japanese rosewood calligrapher's ink holder. Meiji period (late 19th century). Hinged lid, copper well. Measures 7.5 inches long. A lovely desk object.