#3 • Walrus Tusk Cribbage Board w/ Scrimshaw Arctic Sealife

Part of June 2024 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $350.00

Status: Sold

Category: Ethnographic Objects

A mid 20th century walrus tusk cribbage board with polychrome geometric scrimshaw board with seal and salmon as the central focus. Underside features a scrimshaw walrus and ribbon seal, with further salmon and halibut scrimshaw upon opposing sides. Includes four playing pegs, two baleen and two, with wide end capped as shown. Tip demonstrates some loss as photographed. Tusk measures approximately 6.25" x 1.5" x 0.75" tall.