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Exceptional folk art scrimshaw pipe tamper. Antique whale tooth. Expertly carved details achieved with a needle and lamp black (soot). Erotic theme of a woman’s leg to help remind the sailor of back home on a long whaling voyage. A superb example.

 

Date: 1840-60

 

Size: 2 1/4″ long.

 

Condition: Excellent with minor aging and wear. Please use photos and description to determine condition.

 

Price: SOLD

 

Insured US Shipping: SOLD

 

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Categories: Country, Erotica, Folk Art, Nautical, Pipes, Scrimshaw, Tobacco