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Key Information
- Title:
- Walrus Tusk Scrimshaw 'HMS Acorn'
- Object Name:
- scrimshaw
- Date/Period:
- c.1860
- Location on Display:
- Museum - Not Currently on display
- Accession No:
- KINCM:1934.31.8.2
- Other Numbers:
- W5.115
- Brief Description:
- One of a pair of walrus tusks, decorated along its length. One side of the tusk shows HMS Acorn, with inscription 'The Acorn in Chase'; flying fish, with inscription 'Flying Fish'; the ship being chased, with inscription 'A slaver'; and a representation of Noah's Ark. On the reverse of the tusk are flying fish; an Inuk hunter in his kayak (Inuit), inscribed 'Esquimaux in his boat'; and three walruses. The tip of the tusk is perforated for suspension.
Physical Information
- Description:
- One of a pair of walrus tusks, decorated along its length. One side of the tusk shows HMS Acorn, with inscription 'The Acorn in Chase'; flying fish, with inscription 'Flying Fish'; the ship being chased, with inscription 'A slaver'; and a representation of Noah's Ark. On the reverse of the tusk are flying fish; an Innuit in his kayak, inscribed 'Esquimaux in his boat'; and three walruses. The tip of the tusk is perforated for suspension.
Dimensions:
| Type | Height | Width | Depth | Diameter | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 413[mm] | 40[mm] | 33[mm] |
