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Early 19th Century Whale Tooth Scrimshaw, C1800
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Early 19th Century Whale Tooth Scrimshaw, C1800

19th century
Sold 24 February 2025 · Curious Antiques
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Early 19th century Whale tooth scrimshaw,c1800. This is an early example and it has lost a large area of the surface of the tooth. However the colour is amazing and there is enough of the scrimshaw left to give it a lovely folk art character . Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to view the item.

The price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding Worldwide shipping.

Size: 13cm long x 4.5cm wide x 4.5cm deep, weight 0.2kg.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Reference Numbers
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SA835108
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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Early 19th century Whale tooth scrimshaw,c1800. This is an early example and it has lost a large area of the surface of the tooth.
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However the colour is amazing and there is enough of the scrimshaw left to give it a lovely folk art character.
Curious Antiques

. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to view the item.

The price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding Worldwide shipping.

Size: 13cm long x 4.5cm wide x 4.5cm deep, weight 0.2kg.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Reference Numbers
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SA835108
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th Century Whale Tooth Scrimshaw, C1800

Archive II An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment. View II
Archive III An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment. View III
Archive IV An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment. View IV
Archive V An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment. View V
Archive VI An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment. View VI
Archive VII An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment. View VII
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North Walsham
Norfolk
NR28 9JR
United Kingdom
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An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment.
Early 19th Century Whale Tooth Scrimshaw, c1800
Ref: SA835108
An upright curved whale tooth featuring hand-carved linear engravings of a sailing ship and geometric bands in dark pigment.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMaritime Folk Art
  • MaterialWhale Tooth, Bone
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsEngraved sailing ship, Geometric border bands, Cross-hatching details
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Scrimshaw is a traditional craft practiced by whalers during the 18th and 19th centuries, who carved and engraved whalebone and whale teeth during long voyages at sea.

Traditional scrimshaw utilizes organic materials sourced from whaling, primarily sperm whale teeth, baleen, walrus ivory, and occasionally bone, decorated with dark pigments derived from soot, ink, or wax.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit natural ageing characteristics such as yellowing, fine surface crackling, and hand-carved incisions filled with dark pigment, distinguishing them from modern resin or plastic reproductions.

Antique scrimshaw works well as a focal point on a bookshelf, within a cabinet of curiosities, or on a mantelpiece, pairing effectively with dark wood surfaces and maritime decor.

Preserve scrimshaw by keeping it away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations, occasionally applying a microscopic layer of museum-grade wax to stabilise the surface.
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