#88 • Massive Scrimshaw Walrus Skull

Part of September 2025 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $3,500.00

Status: Sold

Category: Ethnographic Objects

An Alaskan walrus (Odobenus rosmarus) skull and tusk mount od significant size, featuring a matched pair of natural tusks with six finely executed scrimshaw images of Alaskan and Arctic wildlife including a walrus, wolf, moose, brown bear, caribou, and polar bear, each rendered with expressive linework and attention to anatomical detail. The tusks remain securely anchored in the skull, which retains six original teeth along the upper dental arch. The entire piece is mounted on a beveled hardwood backing board with a rich reddish-brown grain, prepared for wall hanging en verso. Measures approximately 11" x 8.5" x 40.25" tall overall, with the specimen noted as 37.5" tall overall and having visible sections of tusk protruding 29.5" from the skull when measured in a straight line- with the added length within the skull, the tusks are likely 36"+, about as large as one could hope to find for a trophy walrus. Note: This item is exceptionally large and/or heavy, and may require custom boxing or crating depending on the intended destination and available carrier services. For more information prior to bidding, please email us at Shipping@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com or call/text us at 907.570.7050.