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Whale tooth (Scrimshaw tooth)
1825-1840
Category
Organic (ivory, horn, etc.)
Place of Origin
Probably New England; United States; North America
Materials
- Ivory (sperm whale)
- Ink
Museum Object Number
1967.0875
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1967.0875
Object Name
Whale tooth (Scrimshaw tooth)
Category
Organic (ivory, horn, etc.)
Place of Origin
Probably New England; United States; North America
Origin Notes
The inclusion of the eagle and coat of arms suggests an American provenance. The antiques dealer worked primarily in the New England region.
Date
1825-1840
Subject(s)
- Maritime
- Flowers
- Architecture
- Scrimshaw
Materials
- Ivory (sperm whale)
- Ink
Techniques
- Engraved
Dimensions (inches)
6.75 (H) x 2.31 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
17.15 (H) x 5.87 (W)