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“Scrimshaw Globe on Ivory Cue Ball” black and white scrimshaw on rare ivory cue ball by David Adams. Cue ball in excellent condition, no checks or damage. Appears to have never actually been used. Quite rare. Adams rarely does globes these days, but upon seeing this one, he jumped at the project. It is extremely difficult to work on such a curved surface, by the way. The stand itself. is another work of art with the turned ivory feet and supports. Designed so the owner can pick up the globe and study it more closely.
Notice:
This scrimshaw is done on pre-ban African ivory. Since the passage of the CITIES Treaty in 1973, there has been no African ivory brought into the U.S. However, ivory that was in the U.S. prior to 1973 can be legally sold and shipped within the U.S. However, new legislation taking effect in 2016 restricts pre-ban African Ivory from being shipped interstate. It can only legally be shipped intrastate, (within the state). All of our pre-ban ivory is located with our associate in the state of Florida. It can be purchased directly from our website and shipped only to an address within the state of Florida. If one has a relative, trusted friend or business associate within the state of Florida, we can ship to that specified address in order to comply with the new Federal legislation. The scrimshaw can then be forwarded to you and everyone complies with the law. Any questions, email or call us.
“Homer’s Sirens at Work” black and white scrimshaw on huge slab of pre-ban African Ivory created by David Adams. The song of the sirens drew mariners to their death. These seductive sirens have generated a storm to lure Odysseus to his death as he makes his way back after the Trojan Wars. Circe had warned Odysseus about them, however, and Odysseus instructed his crew to place beeswax in their ears in order to block out the sirens songs. Odysseus had his crew lash him to the mast so he alone could experience the song. This piece took the scrimshander several months to complete, but the wait was well worth if. Don’t think I’ve ever seen better black and white scrimshaw.
Song of the Sirens:
Odysseus, bravest of heroes,
Draw near to us, on our green island,
Odysseus, we’ll teach you wisdom,
We’ll give you love, sweeter than honey.
The songs we sing, soothe away sorrow,
And in our arms, you will be happy.
Odysseus, bravest of heroes,
The songs we sing, will bring you peace.
Notice:
This scrimshaw is done on pre-ban African ivory. Since the passage of the CITIES Treaty in 1973, there has been no African ivory brought into the U.S. However, ivory that was in the U.S. prior to 1973 can be legally sold and shipped within the U.S. However, new legislation taking effect in 2016 restricts pre-ban African Ivory from being shipped interstate. It can only legally be shipped intrastate, (within the state). All of our pre-ban ivory is located with our associate in the state of Florida. It can be purchased directly from our website and shipped only to an address within the state of Florida. If one has a relative, trusted friend or business associate within the state of Florida, we can ship to that specified address in order to comply with the new Federal legislation. The scrimshaw can then be forwarded to you and everyone complies with the law. Any questions, email or call us.
“Nude at Waters Edge” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth ivory bark by David Adams. Alluring pose by comely model. Adams is one of the most accomplished scrimshanders working today. He can create masterworks be it nautical, wildlife or portrait themes. He always does his very best. Never mails it in. Fine work here.
“Reclining Nude” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory by David Adams. Attractive pose by beautiful blonde model. Adams seldom does nudes, but, whenever he does, it goes without saying they will be great. Love the shading on this one. Just the right amount of work and the rest is left to the viewer’s imagination. Fine work by one of the best working today.
“Nude Portrait on Boker Knife” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory by David Adams. This discontinued 1003 Boker knife was recently discovered in a box in our storeroom. Years and years ago, we sent these to the late Ken Fredericks who added the mammoth ivory scales. These are the very last ones he did for us and Adams has done the discontinued Boker knife, the late Ken Fredericks, and, himself, justice all the way around.
“Nude Portrait on Boker Knife” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory by David Adams. This discontinued 1003 Boker knife was recently discovered in a box in our storeroom. Years and years ago, we sent these to the late Ken Fredericks who added the mammoth ivory scales. These are the very last ones he did for us and Adams has done the discontinued Boker knife, the late Ken Fredericks, and, himself, justice all the way around.
“Nude Portrait on Boker Knife” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory by David Adams. This discontinued 1003 Boker knife was recently discovered in a box in our storeroom. Years and years ago, we sent these to the late Ken Fredericks who added the mammoth ivory scales. These are the very last ones he did for us and Adams has done the discontinued Boker knife, the late Ken Fredericks, and, himself, justice all the way around.
“Nude Portrait on Boker Knife” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory by David Adams. This discontinued 1003 Boker knife was recently discovered in a box in our storeroom. Years and years ago, we sent these to the late Ken Fredericks who added the mammoth ivory scales. These are the very last ones he did for us and Adams has done the discontinued Boker knife, the late Ken Fredericks, and, himself, justice all the way around.
“Curious Bobcat Kitten” color scrimshaw on sperm whale’s tooth by David Adams. Young bobcat seems to be walking out of the ivory. Great composition with the solid black background by master scrimshander, Adams. Nice stand of cocobolo, bloodwood and mammoth ivory completes the picture. Fine work at a great price!
NOTICE
This scrimshaw is done on a sperm whale’s tooth. Federal legislation bans the interstate shipment of whale ivory. It can only be shipped intrastate (within the state). All of our whale ivory is located with our associate in the state of Florida. It can be purchased directly from our website and shipped only to an address within the state of Florida. If one has a relative, trusted friend or business associate within the state of Florida, we can ship to that specified address in order to comply with Federal legislation. The scrimshaw can then be forwarded to you and everyone complies with the law. Any questions, email or call us.