The Americana Collection of David Good Part 1
Sat, Jan 8, 2022 10:00AM EST
Lot 113
Scrimshaw on Bone - 1838
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $300 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $50,000 |
Intricate scrimshaw carved bone with seven whaling vessels and a steamship, dated 1838. Inscribed in central area 'A SEA HORSE TAKEN IN THE RED SEA A.D. 1838'. Below scenic depictions of palm trees, is a man riding a horse, bird and elephant. Central area includes an eagle holding an American shield, a camel, two horses, a dog, followed by man in corner shooting with rifle at three birds in flight. On flat reverse side; from left to right, sun above three birds in sky, three whaling skiffs with men and harpoons fishing for whales. In the middle a whaling ship with a lighthouse in the distance, an eagle with spread wings holding a shield, and two women holding American flags under the eagle. H 1-1/8" W 9-3/8" D 3-3/4". Condition: Fine original condition. Copy and paste this link for high-res images: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/sdnkzvky6c2h2mi/AADPRSPMYSla-WwOxypRjxP9a?dl=0
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