Whaleman Scrimshaw Whale Tooth Portrait of a Captain, circa 1850

Whaleman Scrimshaw Whale Tooth, circa 1850

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Dept19th Century Scrimshaw, Decorative Arts
SizeHeight 6.25 in. Width 2.25 in.
Ref #43475
Lot #817
EST $$1000-$1500

Whaleman Scrimshaw Whale Tooth, circa 1850, depicting a full length portrait of a captain covering the full tooth, the reverse engraved with a portrait of a lady in high fashion. **Note: This item is not available for international shipping.

Height 6.25 in. Width 2.25 in.

This item is included in the upcoming August 2, 2026 auction.
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