American Furniture & Decorative Arts
Description:
Whalebone and Wood Cutlery Box, America, 19th century, the box with sloping sides divided into two compartments, with turned and carved whale's tooth handle, the sides with inlaid knife and fork, ht. 5, wd. 12 3/4, dp. 8 1/2 in.
Note: This item may be subject to state and federal laws related to marine animal products. Buyers are responsible for shipping.
The property of Pam Boynton
Estimate $400-600
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Pam Boynton, WhaleboneStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.