Lot Essay
The Maxwell was a whaleship out of New Bedford, Mass. This tooth is proportedly engraved by her captain at the time.
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Details
A large 19th century scrimshaw bull tooth the Maxwell
finished on one side, and engraved in a primitive manner with an image of a penguin and a whale, and also with the title "The Maxwell".
7 in. (17.8 cm.)
finished on one side, and engraved in a primitive manner with an image of a penguin and a whale, and also with the title "The Maxwell".
7 in. (17.8 cm.)
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.