Scrimshaw
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Description
A whale’s tooth etched with two three masted vessels identified as barques. The barques appear to be anchored off a hilly coast. In the foreground a whale is visible with a whaling boat either side. Whalers are preparing to harpoon the animal. On the other side of the tooth are the words ‘Whaling, Cape of Good Hope’ with a branch with leaves. The smooth interior of the tooth is visible.
This object is part of the Hammond Scrimshaw Collection curated by Bryn and Isobel Hammond in the 1960s, 70s and 80s.
This object is part of the Hammond Scrimshaw Collection curated by Bryn and Isobel Hammond in the 1960s, 70s and 80s.
Measurements
145mm (length), 65mm (width), 38mm (height)
Credit line
The Hammond Scrimshaw Collection gifted by Bryn and Isobel Hammond
Accession number
0050/23
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