UNUSUAL AND RARE CARVED MAHOGANY AND LIGNUM VITAE TOOL CARVED IN THE FORM OF A DOLPHIN.

1st half 19th century, New England. The sailor made tool with hanging hole carved in the crook of the tail, a wedge of polished lignum vitae inserted within the stylized mouth and secured by flattened brass tacks. An inventory number 64H31 drawn on the insert from Norm Flayderman’s personal collection (see provenance below). The tool is formed to fit comfortably in the hand. SIZE: 6-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: Scrimshaw and Scrimshanders; WHALES AND WHALEMEN, By E. Norman Flayderman, see illustration pg. 126. CONDITION: Very fine condition with original surface. Mellow color and fine patina. 52213-5 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2229

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017

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
	2229	$968.00	UNUSUAL AND RARE CARVED MAHOGANY AND LIGNUM VITAE TOOL CARVED IN THE FORM OF A DOLPHIN. 1st half 19th century, New England. The sailor made tool with hanging hole carved in the crook of the tail, a wedge of polished lignum vitae inserted within the stylized mouth and secured by flattened brass tacks. An inventory number 64H31 drawn on the insert from Norm Flayderman’s personal collection (see provenance below). The tool is formed to fit comfortably in the hand. SIZE: 6-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: Scrimshaw and Scrimshanders; WHALES AND WHALEMEN, By E. Norman Flayderman, see illustration pg. 126. CONDITION: Very fine condition with original surface. Mellow color and fine patina. 52213-5 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2229 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017 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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UNUSUAL AND RARE CARVED MAHOGANY AND LIGNUM VITAE TOOL CARVED IN THE FORM OF A DOLPHIN.