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A pair of 19th century whale bone busks
the first, [un-engraved] but carved and cut at the end to form a pair of demi-lune shapes, 12 5/8 in. (32.1 cm); the second engraved with an ancanthus and wild flower pattern and colored with brown ink, 13 7/8 in. (35.3 cm.). (2)
the first, [un-engraved] but carved and cut at the end to form a pair of demi-lune shapes, 12 5/8 in. (32.1 cm); the second engraved with an ancanthus and wild flower pattern and colored with brown ink, 13 7/8 in. (35.3 cm.). (2)
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.