Image Lot Price Description


2549
$4,860.00

POLYCHROMED SCRIMSHAW WHALE’S TOOTH. Mid-20th century, New England. Titled “BARK JOHN OF NEW BEDFORD SEA OF JAPAN 1845” within a banner above a scene of ships harvesting whales. The reverse scrimmed with the name “BETH” within a heart beneath a banner scrimmed “REMEMBER THE GIVER”. SIZE: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: From a private California collection. CONDITION: Very good original condition. Good color and patina. 9-28617 (2,000-3,000)


Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2013
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