Scrimshaw
Object number
71.6.1Creator
UnknownDate
circa 1850Description
Ivory whale's tooth, mounted on ivory stand. Stand has scalloped edge with red wax in crease, 3 ivory feet, 1 wooden foot (repair). Engraved portrait of a man (Mr. John Deblois) wearing a cravat, vest, and jacket. Color of ink is black.
Materials
ivoryCredit Line
Gift of Mrs. Lillian Deblois FoxObject Type
scrimshawsRelated People & Organizations
DeBlois, Stephen (associated)Fox, Lillian Deblois, Mrs. (associated)