TWO SCRIMSHAW WHALE TEETH.

TWO SCRIMSHAW WHALE TEETH. Late 19th century. American. Larger tooth, depicting interior family scene, whaling ship can be seen through the window, opposite, depicting harvest of whales at sea. Smaller tooth, depicting southern port scene with barrels and casks in the foreground, warehouse identified as “Waring & Co. Limited”, amidst palm trees. Opposite side depicting seated within a surrey passing through a southern village with palm trees. SIZE: Larger: 6-1/4″ l. Smaller: 5″ l. PROVENANCE: From a fine New Jersey home. CONDITION: Overall very good with nice surfaces. 9-24638 (1,500-2,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2011	$1,552.50	TWO SCRIMSHAW WHALE TEETH. Late 19th century. American. Larger tooth, depicting interior family scene, whaling ship can be seen through the window, opposite, depicting harvest of whales at sea. Smaller tooth, depicting southern port scene with barrels and casks in the foreground, warehouse identified as “Waring & Co. Limited”, amidst palm trees. Opposite side depicting seated within a surrey passing through a southern village with palm trees. SIZE: Larger: 6-1/4″ l. Smaller: 5″ l. PROVENANCE: From a fine New Jersey home. CONDITION: Overall very good with nice surfaces. 9-24638 (1,500-2,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2012 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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