Scrimshaw (whale's tooth)
1910-1940
Place madeUnited States, North America
Ivory, ink
Overall: 2 1/8 x 6 x 1 1/4 in. ( 5.4 x 15.2 x 3.2 cm )
Gift of Mrs. Fanny Shapiro
1943.88
DescriptionEngraved scrimshaw whale's tooth; engraved on the obverse in black ink a scene of whalers landing in a rowboat.ClassificationsMARITIME TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
