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June 1, 2016 12:00 PM - June 9, 2016 10:00 AMCalender
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Scrimshaw-decorated Baleen Busk

Sell one like this
$1,599$1,300
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2900TLocation: BostonDate / Time: June 01, 2016 12:00PM

Description:

Scrimshaw-decorated Baleen Busk, America, mid-19th century, one shaped end and one pointed end, decorated on one side with pictorial motifs including an anchor, a square-rigged vessel, a shield issuing a floral and foliate spray, and an urn of flowers, with initials "KN," and date "1864," lg. 13 3/4 in.
Estimate $300-500


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