Image Lot Price Description

2023
$1,265.00

UNIQUE FOLK ART CARVED PANEL OF A WHALE HUNT. Second half 19th century, New England. This dramatic carving of a whale hunt. The central figure in foreground of a sperm whale rolling in the water, a large whaling ship in the background. Additional whaling boats with harpooners engaging whales in the background. All rendered on a pine plank, possibly a hatch cover. SIZE: 23-1/2″ h x 60-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From a fine coastal Westerly, Rhode Island estate. CONDITION: Generally very good. Decorated and carved surfaces intact. 9-28338 (3,000-5,000)


Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2013
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