EXTRAORDINARY AND FINE SCRIMSHAW TOWNSCAPE WITH HARBOR ON BALEEN.

Mid 19th century or earlier. Scrimmed showing an entire street anchored by a two story an official building such as a meeting hall continuing to row of commercial colonial buildings and three story residences. The businesses with names inscribed above the showroom windows such as “DRY GOODS”, CROCKERY WARE, HAT WAREHOUSE, TOYS”, etc. Scene continues depicting the harbor where several 2 and 3 masted ships are at dock. Hills are seen in the background at the opposite shore on which are additional residences and farms. Small sailboats are in the foreground while in the background a large sailing vessel can be seen heading out to sea. This unusual work of art is unsigned and otherwise unmarked. The baleen strip on which the scene is worked is 6′ in length. SIZE: 6′ l x 5-3/4″ w at wisest point tapering to 2″. CONDITION: Due to the nature of baleen, the scrimshaw is difficult to see in any great detail without lighting assistance. Baleen is rough cut along the upper edge and has an old repaired break 8″ from the tip now with tack repair. This damage is several inches from the end of the scrimshaw. The worked surface has some areas of light abrasion along the high points of the surface. Otherwise good. 50641-6 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2049

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

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
	2049	$1,185.00	EXTRAORDINARY AND FINE SCRIMSHAW TOWNSCAPE WITH HARBOR ON BALEEN. Mid 19th century or earlier. Scrimmed showing an entire street anchored by a two story an official building such as a meeting hall continuing to row of commercial colonial buildings and three story residences. The businesses with names inscribed above the showroom windows such as “DRY GOODS”, CROCKERY WARE, HAT WAREHOUSE, TOYS”, etc. Scene continues depicting the harbor where several 2 and 3 masted ships are at dock. Hills are seen in the background at the opposite shore on which are additional residences and farms. Small sailboats are in the foreground while in the background a large sailing vessel can be seen heading out to sea. This unusual work of art is unsigned and otherwise unmarked. The baleen strip on which the scene is worked is 6′ in length. SIZE: 6′ l x 5-3/4″ w at wisest point tapering to 2″. CONDITION: Due to the nature of baleen, the scrimshaw is difficult to see in any great detail without lighting assistance. Baleen is rough cut along the upper edge and has an old repaired break 8″ from the tip now with tack repair. This damage is several inches from the end of the scrimshaw. The worked surface has some areas of light abrasion along the high points of the surface. Otherwise good. 50641-6 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2049 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 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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EXTRAORDINARY AND FINE SCRIMSHAW TOWNSCAPE WITH HARBOR ON BALEEN.