Product Description
A mammoth ivory mermaid resting on a fossil walrus base
This mammoth ivory mermaid carving shows a mermaid seated on a rocky base, her long hair falling over her shoulders and her scaled tail curled beneath her. The base is a piece of fossil walrus center core, its porous texture recalling a sea-worn rock.
The carving was made by master carvers in a remote Indonesian village, working with mammoth ivory brought to them by Scrimshanders. The partnership has lasted more than ten years, and the carvers are paid a fair wage for their work.
Features
- Hand-carved mammoth ivory mermaid
- Detailed hair and scaled tail
- Fossil walrus center core base
- Carved by master carvers in Indonesia
Specifications
- Material: Mammoth ivory, fossil walrus
- Origin: Carved in Indonesia
- Subject: Mermaid
- Intended use: Display and collection
Care Instructions
Dust gently with a soft brush. Keep away from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight.
FAQ
What is the base?
A fossil walrus center core.
Where was it carved?
By master carvers in Indonesia.
A mermaid at rest on ancient stone, carved in ivory.
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.