FINE SCRIMSHAW IVORY & ROSEWOOD WALKING STICK.

FINE SCRIMSHAW IVORY & ROSEWOOD WALKING STICK. 2nd half 19th century, American. This nice presentation cane with faceted ivory top knob, polychrome scrimmed with a stylized starfish; each point suspended with an additional starfish. Each facet with a different image; a sailor standing with telescope with crossed whaling irons at his feet followed by a displayed eagle followed by a furled American flag mounted on a halbred, next panel with entwined serpents, an anchor entwined in rope, engraved with “FJT” above “Maker” all beneath the sextant. Next panel with “L. Retreat” in script, next followed by “L.G. Webster”. Mounted to a spiral twist rosewood shaft with silver-mounted strap hole. Spiral twist decoration alternating with simulated rope turnings. SIZE: 38″L CONDITION: Very good overall with normal and expected shrinkage cracks in ivory handle. The carved shaft with undisturbed dark patina. Well polished surfaces. 9-23593 (1,500-2,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2011

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
	3342	$6,612.50	FINE SCRIMSHAW IVORY & ROSEWOOD WALKING STICK. 2nd half 19th century, American. This nice presentation cane with faceted ivory top knob, polychrome scrimmed with a stylized starfish; each point suspended with an additional starfish. Each facet with a different image; a sailor standing with telescope with crossed whaling irons at his feet followed by a displayed eagle followed by a furled American flag mounted on a halbred, next panel with entwined serpents, an anchor entwined in rope, engraved with “FJT” above “Maker” all beneath the sextant. Next panel with “L. Retreat” in script, next followed by “L.G. Webster”. Mounted to a spiral twist rosewood shaft with silver-mounted strap hole. Spiral twist decoration alternating with simulated rope turnings. SIZE: 38″L CONDITION: Very good overall with normal and expected shrinkage cracks in ivory handle. The carved shaft with undisturbed dark patina. Well polished surfaces. 9-23593 (1,500-2,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2011 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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