#2 • Walrus Tusk Scrimshaw Hibiscus Flowers & Map of Hawai'i

Part of Collection of Arthur Gross Day 1 (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $170.00

Status: Sold

Category: Scrimshaw

A section of walrus tusk with bright polychrome scrimshaw depicting the major islands of Hawaii to include Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Maui, Kahoʻolawe, and Hawaiʻi. Piece is further accented with two large scrimshaw hibiscus flowers and signed lower right by the artist. A sizeable crack is visible en verso, but has not reached through to the front surface. Tusk is mounted upon a wooden base; measures approximately 2.75" x 1.75" x 3.75" tall.