LARGE SCRIMSHAW TOOTH

LARGE SCRIMSHAW TOOTH. Circa 1860, New England. This fine double-sided example depicting a courting scene in a garden within a border of stars and pinwheels. The reverse depicting a woman standing in a garden admiring the flowers within a border of scrolling vinery and stars. SIZE: 7″ l. PROVENANCE: From a private Utah collection. CONDITION: The tip of tooth with old chips, otherwise with even surface soiling, well polished with mellow patina. Very good. 9-90377 (1,000-1,500)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2013

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
	2008	$850.50	LARGE SCRIMSHAW TOOTH. Circa 1860, New England. This fine double-sided example depicting a courting scene in a garden within a border of stars and pinwheels. The reverse depicting a woman standing in a garden admiring the flowers within a border of scrolling vinery and stars. SIZE: 7″ l. PROVENANCE: From a private Utah collection. CONDITION: The tip of tooth with old chips, otherwise with even surface soiling, well polished with mellow patina. Very good. 9-90377 (1,000-1,500) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2013 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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