Product Description
A side-wheel steamship engraved along a curved walrus tusk
This paddle steamer scrimshaw on walrus ivory shows a side-wheel steamship under way, its paddle box, stacks, and rigging engraved along the curve of a natural walrus tusk.
Paddle steamers carried passengers and freight along the New England coast and rivers in the 1800s. The tusk's natural shape and weathered ends frame the scene, making this a distinctive piece of maritime history in scrimshaw.
Features
- Scrimshaw on natural walrus tusk
- Side-wheel paddle steamer scene
- Natural tusk ends
Specifications
- Material: Walrus ivory
- Engraving type: Hand-engraved scrimshaw
- Intended use: Display and collection
Care Instructions
Dust with a soft cloth and keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
FAQ
What does the scrimshaw show?
A side-wheel paddle steamer.
What is it engraved on?
A natural walrus tusk.
A steamship of the 1800s, engraved along a walrus 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.