Product Description
A tall ship above a sounding whale, engraved on walrus tusk
This tall ship and whale tail scrimshaw uses the tapering shape of a walrus tusk to stack its scene: a square-rigged ship under full sail above, and the tail of a sounding whale rising from the sea below. The tusk stands 6 inches tall on a wooden base.
The engraving follows the whaling tradition that gave scrimshaw its start, with fine lines for the rigging and dark, dense shading on the whale's flukes. The natural edges of the tusk remain, giving the piece an organic, sculptural outline.
Features
- Scrimshaw on natural walrus tusk
- Tall ship and whale tail scene
- Tapering tusk shape
- Wooden base
Specifications
- Material: Walrus tusk, wood base
- Engraving type: Hand-engraved scrimshaw
- Dimensions: 6" tall
- Intended use: Display and collection
Care Instructions
Dust with a soft, dry cloth. Keep away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
FAQ
What is it engraved on?
A natural section of walrus tusk.
How tall is it?
About 6 inches on its wooden base.
A ship and a whale in one tall sweep of ivory, straight from the whaling tradition.
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.