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THBBRITANNIA ENGRAVER SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH Circa 1830 Length 5.5".
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BRITANNIA ENGRAVER SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH
Circa 1830
Obverse depicts the "H.M.S. Sealark" off twin lighthouses and the keeper's house atop steep cliffs, possibly the Flamborough Head Lighthouse in Yorkshire. Smoke billows out from the house chimney, and the ship is flying the British white ensign and a long red pennant, and its red gunport lids are open. Reverse depicts the "H.M.S. Isis" or "Iris" and an offshore lighthouse, possibly Eddystone south of Rame Head, Cornwall. Both sides titled in script lettering below, underscored by leaf garlands. A similar leaf garland encircles the tip, and an unusual geometric pattern encircles the base. The deeply carved hulls on the vessels, particularly the Sealark's, the undulating geometric pattern that makes up the sea, the use of red sealing wax, and the leafy garland borders are typical of the Britannia Engraver's work.
Length 5.5".
Provenance:
The Collection of Mr. and Mrs. John Miklos.
Notes:
The first lighthouse at Flamborough, built from chalk, was completed in 1674 but was never lit. The current lighthouse was first lit December 1, 1806 and had a distinctive pattern of two white flashes followed by a red flash. Both buildings still stand.
An H.M.S. "Iris", a 32-gun fifth rate launched in 1783, was lent by the Royal Navy to Trinity House in 1803. Trinity House is the official authority for lighthouses in England, Wales and the Channel Islands. "Iris" was later reclaimed, refitted and renamed before being broken up in 1833.Slight fracture at tip. Base cut to solid ivory. ** This item is not available for international delivery. Please be aware of your local laws and regulations and bid accordingly.**Condition
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