Large Scrimshawed Whales tooth - Brittanie with trident and American flag
A scrimshawed whale's tooth, English or American, 19th century,
decorated on one face with a standing figure of Britannia holding a trident and American flag beside a killick. Weight 650 gms. 6in (15cm) high.
Sold for £480 inc. premium

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  • PROVENANCE:
    Sale, Sotheby's London, 3 May 1995, lot 331

Category: Fine Art / Marine Art


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