Nantucket-type Basket Purse and Small Black-painted Metal Whale Paperweight

Description:

Nantucket-type Basket Purse and Small Black-painted Metal Whale Paperweight, ht. to 7, wd. to 10 1/4 in.
Estimate $20-200

minor loss and tattering to the weaving and exhibits a fairly brittle surface. This likely dates to the mid- to late 20th century, and exhibits either ivorine or resin embellishments. The full dimensions are 6 3/4" high, 10 1/4" wide, and 7 1/4" deep.


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