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Large Whale Tooth Scrimshaw,c1880
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Large Whale Tooth Scrimshaw,c1880

19th century
Sold 24 February 2025 · Curious Antiques
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Large 19th century Whale tooth scrimshaw, c1880. Decorated on one side with a full length depiction of a Georgian/Victorian lady it is a good size and weight at 0.34kg .On the other side it has been drilled presumably either for mounting or because at one stage it held a corkscrew? Overall condition is good in line with age and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me to view the item or if you have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me re Worldwide shipping.

Size: 15cm tall x 6cm wide x 4.5cm deep, weight 0.34kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Antique Whale Tooth Scrimshaw to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Reference Numbers
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SA836177
Dealers Notes

Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Large 19th century Whale tooth scrimshaw, c1880.
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Decorated on one side with a full length depiction of a Georgian/Victorian lady it is a good size and weight at 0.
Curious Antiques

34kg .On the other side it has been drilled presumably either for mounting or because at one stage it held a corkscrew? Overall condition is good in line with age and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me to view the item or if you have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me re Worldwide shipping.

Size: 15cm tall x 6cm wide x 4.5cm deep, weight 0.34kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Antique Whale Tooth Scrimshaw to the 19th Century.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Reference Numbers
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SA836177
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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Archive I A curved antique sperm whale tooth featuring fine black ink scrimshaw carving of a Victorian woman in a dress. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Whale Tooth Scrimshaw,c1880

Archive II A curved antique sperm whale tooth featuring fine black ink scrimshaw carving of a Victorian woman in a dress. View II
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Archive VI A curved antique sperm whale tooth featuring fine black ink scrimshaw carving of a Victorian woman in a dress. View VI
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Norfolk
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A curved antique sperm whale tooth featuring fine black ink scrimshaw carving of a Victorian woman in a dress.
Large Whale Tooth Scrimshaw,c1880
Ref: SA836177
A curved antique sperm whale tooth featuring fine black ink scrimshaw carving of a Victorian woman in a dress.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMaritime Folk Art
  • MaterialSperm Whale Tooth, Pigment
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsFigurative engraving, Victorian costume, Cross-hatched detailing
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Scrimshaw is the traditional folk art created by whalers, primarily during the 18th and 19th centuries, who carved and engraved designs into whale teeth, baleen, and bone using makeshift tools during long voyages at sea.

Authentic pieces were crafted from organic marine materials harvested during whaling expeditions, predominantly sperm whale teeth, walrus ivory, and whalebone, often highlighted with lampblack, India ink, or pigment rubbed into the incised lines.

Authenticity is determined by examining the natural Schreger lines or cross-hatch grain visible in genuine ivory, the yellowed patina acquired through age, and the microscopic characteristics of hand-carved incisions rather than modern mechanical engraving.

This type of decorative object can be displayed on a bookshelf, desk, or mantelpiece alongside other curiosities, allowing its historical craftsmanship to stand out as a focal point within a study or living area.

Preservation requires stable environmental conditions with moderate humidity and temperature control, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent drying or cracking, and dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth without applying liquid cleaners.
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