Scrimshaw Gribbage. Hippopotamus Tooth. 19th Century.

Name: Scrimshaw Gribbage. Hippopotamus Tooth. 19th Century.
SKU: 1678275
Price: 650 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Object description :

"Scrimshaw Gribbage. Hippopotamus Tooth. 19th Century."

Scrimshaw engraved in a hippopotamus tooth and transformed into a scoring tool for the board game Gribbage. The engraving depicts two three-masted ships sailing under sail. English or American origin, 19th century. Length: 19 cm

Price: 650 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition

Material: Ivory
Length: 19cm

Reference: 1678275
Availability: In stock