Scrimshawed whale tooth
Summary:
Antique scrimshawed whale toothDescription:
4" scrimshaw whale tooth. Standing woman with full gown. Bottom of tooth makes up the bottom of the gown in the scrimshaw etching. Other side of the tooth has a wreath with whale and whaling utensils. Above the wreath is an upside down heart with barrels and tubs inside. ANTIQUE. Purchased by donor from a collector in New Jersey. Artist unknown.