Sperm Whale Tooth Scrimshaw. Whaler's Sailor. 19th Century.
Polychrome sperm whale tooth scrimshaw engraved with a whaler's sailor holding the American flag, a somewhat naive engraving made by whalers during long hunts for cetaceans. Probably from New Bedford in Nantucket, 19th century. Height: 15cm
420 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Ivory
Height: 15cm
Reference (ID): 1624336
Availability: In stock
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