Carved Skull

“Carved Skull ” highly detail carved skull created by talented unknown carver. This gem was carved from ancient walrus jawbone, approximately 500-1500 years old. Now the material has another life. The craftsmanship here is outstanding. Check out the photos.

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This is ancient walrus tusk jawbone found in the Northern Bering Sea area. The material is 500-1500 years old and is occasionally found in ancient Eskimo camp and hunting sites. The marvelous colors are the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the jawbone over hundreds and hundreds of years. Obviously this material cannot be replenished, making it quite collectible and valuable.

Bear Cub Follows Mama Bear

Unknown Carver - Bear Cub Follows Mama Bear

“Bear Cub Follows Mama Bear” highly detailed carving on ancient walrus tusk ivory created by talented unknown carver. Adorable cub follows mama, both intently looking at something unseen. Every day is another lesson for this little guy. Striking color in the ivory, the result of minerals absorbed into the tusk over hundreds of years that it was buried. Excellent work here.

Bears, Bears and More Bears

Unknown Carver - Bears, Bears and More Bears

“Bears, Bears and More Bears” amazing carving of huge bear family created by talented unknown carver on colorful ancient walrus tusk ivory. Perfect piece of ivory for this impressive carving. The strong brown and tan hues of the ivory make the bears’ coats even more realistic. This is like inviting your relatives to Thanksgiving even though you know they have more kids than they can handle. Chaos ensues. This one really makes you smile. The carver must have studied this tusk for some time in order to fit all of these guys in and make them work. Won’t see another like this again.

Grizzly Mom and Cubs

Unknown Carver - Grizzly Mom and Cubs

“Grizzly Mom and Cubs” highly detailed carving on ancient walrus tusk ivory by unknown carver. Beautiful color in this piece of ancient walrus tusk ivory, perfect for the brown tones of the bear family. She looks like she has her paws full with these two.

Tree full of Hoot Owls

Unknown Carver - Tree full of Hoot Owls

“Tree full of Hoot Owls” highly detailed carving of perched family of hoot owls on tree branches created by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory. Perfect family to move into the area. There are probably no mice, gophers or other nuisances in the area. Two adults and three owlets make for a fine family, indeed.

Three Slick Frogs

Unknown Carver - Three Slick Frogs

“Three Slick Frogs” highly detailed carving on ancient walrus tusk ivory by talented unknown carver. The skin of a frog always appears wet or slick as opposed to toads’ skin. Also, the legs of a frog are longer, enabling them to jump. Carver knew that and polished the walrus tusk ivory to a high polish giving the appearance of wetness.

 

Duckling Trio

David Adams Scrimshaw - Duckling Trio

“Duckling Trio” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory by David Adams. Adorable ducklings appear to be waiting for their mother. They all have that “where is she” look. Great work by Adams. You can see the soft feathers on their backs.

Wolf on the Prowl

David Adams Scrimshaw - Wolf on the Prowl

“Wolf on the Prowl” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory by David Adams. Alpha wolf has zeroed in on something interesting. This is not one wolf to be taken lightly. Adams has captured the feel of the wolf as well as the intense look. Great work here. Tasteful stand completes the picture.

Bowsing Down the Foretack

Gerry Dupont Scrimshaw - Bowsing Down the Foretack

“Bowsing Down the Foretack” black and white scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory by Gerry Dupont. Crewmen of the Charles W. Morgan struggle mightily with the sail. Not an easy task by a long shot. Award winning scrimshander, Dupont, is often celebrated for his detailed wharf scenes, but this demonstrates his versatility with all subjects. From the collection of one of our clients who is no longer with us. Everything works with this one.

Sailing Day at the Pier

Salman Rashidi Scrimshaw - Sailing Day at the Pier

“Sailing Day at the Pier” black and white scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory artifact created by Salman Rashidi. Busy day at the pier as the supplies are loaded. Excellent work by Rashidi on this one. Ivory was used as an ice axe hundreds of years ago by natives in the northern Bering Sea area. The addition of a stray dog adds to the work’s charm. From the collection of one of our long time clients who is not longer with us. Ditto, Rashidi.