Product Description
A 13-inch hippopotamus tusk engraved by Priscilla Blakeman
This hippopotamus tusk scrimshaw by Priscilla Blakeman sweeps across a 13-inch curved tusk with a full maritime panorama: sailing ships, whales and dolphins, a mermaid, and a compass rose. The tusk is mounted on a rosewood stand.
Blakeman, a Wisconsin-based artist, was active from the 1970s to the mid-1990s and has since retired, making her work increasingly hard to find. The size and detail of this piece make it a centerpiece for any scrimshaw collection.
Features
- Scrimshaw by Priscilla Blakeman (retired)
- 13-inch hippopotamus tusk
- Ships, whales, dolphins, and mermaid
- Rosewood stand
Specifications
- Material: Hippopotamus tusk, rosewood stand
- Artisan: Priscilla Blakeman
- Dimensions: 13"
- Intended use: Display and collection
Care Instructions
Dust with a soft cloth and keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
FAQ
Who engraved this piece?
Priscilla Blakeman, a retired Wisconsin artist active from the 1970s to the mid-1990s.
How large is it?
The tusk is 13 inches.
A sweeping sea panorama by a retired master, engraved on a hippo tusk.
Made to Order
Most pieces are in stock and ship right away. Items requiring engraving or finishing are completed within a few days, prepared with the same care and craftsmanship Scrimshanders is known for.