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Lot 379
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AN ENGRAVED SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH, MID 19TH CENTURY |

Estimate
600 - 800 USD
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Description

  • length 7 1/2 in.; 19 cm
depicting the ship 'Vivat Regina,' cracked and reglued

Provenance

Sotheby's London, Marine Pictures and Nautical Works of Art, May 29, 1997, sale LN7322, lot 69

Condition

There is discoloration, pitting and residue commensurate with age and use. There is an old 1/2" by 2 1/2" loss at the top of the tooth that is visible from one side. There is also an old 3" by 3" crack that has been retained and reglued on the bottom right corner of the same side of the previously mentioned loss. Note Regarding Endangered Species Property containing endangered species will require a CITES license upon export from the U.S. and may require an additional license upon import into another country. There is no guarantee that such licenses will be granted. In the case of denial of any license or of delay in obtaining such licenses, the purchaser remains responsible for on-time payment for the total purchase price.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.