£400
Scrimshaw: a large 19th century Inuit carved marine ivory tooth, relief carved with seals and walruses, and applied with a further seal, the terminals in the form of a walrus head and a polar bear head, 53cm long.
Appears complete. (Three tusks loose but present). Discolouration overall, several dark hairline cracks seen.
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
21.60% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
25.2% inc VAT*
