GROUP OF FOUR SCRIMSHAW ITEMS.

GROUP OF FOUR SCRIMSHAW ITEMS. Mid-20th century, New England. Including a cylindrical needle case and thread holder in two parts scrimmed with the great seal of the United States and sperm whales titled “Ship JUNIOR of New Bedford” dated 1857. A scrimmed miniature globe. A small tooth with a side wheel steamer titled “ALECTO” dated 1845. And a whale’s tooth titled “KANE & COMRADES IN THEIR VESSEL” depicting three sailors in their furs. The reverse with seven lines of prose. SIZE: Globe: 1-3/4″ dia. Case: 6-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From a private California collection. CONDITION: All good with nicely polished surfaces. 9-28622, 9-28638, 9-28635, 9-28639 (1,200-1,800)

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
	2555	$4,740.00	GROUP OF FOUR SCRIMSHAW ITEMS. Mid-20th century, New England. Including a cylindrical needle case and thread holder in two parts scrimmed with the great seal of the United States and sperm whales titled “Ship JUNIOR of New Bedford” dated 1857. A scrimmed miniature globe. A small tooth with a side wheel steamer titled “ALECTO” dated 1845. And a whale’s tooth titled “KANE & COMRADES IN THEIR VESSEL” depicting three sailors in their furs. The reverse with seven lines of prose. SIZE: Globe: 1-3/4″ dia. Case: 6-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From a private California collection. CONDITION: All good with nicely polished surfaces. 9-28622, 9-28638, 9-28635, 9-28639 (1,200-1,800) 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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