Dutch knife with silver handle, Soldiers, 18th century

Dutch silver knife from the end of the 18th ^century century. The knife is beautifully chased with two soldiers on either side of the handle.

One soldier stands at attention with his musket beside him, the other soldier plays a drum. The representation of soldiers is rare. It looks as if this knife was made especially for someone who served in the army.

The knife had a rider on horseback as a crowning glory. Unfortunately, this is missing. The blade is original and marked SR

The knife is marked with an unknown master mark.

Dating: ca. 1790-1800.

Knife length: 26.5 cm. Weight: 106.8 grams.