The collection, which comprises around 200 objects, focuses on cutlery originating from Asia that was mainly used when traveling. They mostly date from the 18^th and 19^th centuries and consist of a case with a pair of chopsticks and a knife. They were worn on the belt along with other objects, for example a pouch for tobacco. The collection contains relatively simple sets as well as elaborate designs with precious materials.

The collection was founded 20 years ago by Dieter Ammer, who resides in Hamburg, and it has been steadily expanded ever since. The purpose of this website is to make the collection accessible online. Asian cutlery sets have been a coveted object of research in German and English-speaking countries. In connection with this collection, attempts are also being made to collate and expand upon the research results available to date.