Elvish knives of the Ainu

[Cimrandir]

So I know we've talked about a Japanese influence on Elvish design before. While not Japanese, I thought some of these knives of the Ainu, and specifically some of the decorations, seem rather Elvish. Though maybe I'm still viewing it through the lens of the movies.


Knives and swords of the Ainu - [LINK]

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[Darnokthemage]

They are extremely beautiful!

And i think these would fit a Elven kit, even if it's non-movie!

[Elleth]

Hunh.... yeah, I can totally see especially the center one working. Maybe render a pale white wood, change the lines a bit.... gorgeous!

[Yavion]

The shapes are very organic and look not just pleasing but also very functional. Which makes sense for daily use tools.
I really like them.
I'd of course skip any of the carving presented if making a version for an elven impression. Don't want to go repurposing someone else's religious or spiritual iconography by mistake!

[Cimrandir]

I'd of course skip any of the carving presented if making a version for an elven impression. Don't want to go repurposing someone else's religious or spiritual iconography by mistake!

A very good point. If we did a full one-to-one copy, I would have to do much research and consultation before I would feel 100% comfortable with that and probably not even then. But the general sense of organic nature designs is quite appropriate I think.