WHALE IVORY AND WHALEBONE SWIFT Mid-19th Century Turned...

WHALE IVORY AND WHALEBONE SWIFT Mid-19th Century
Turned whale ivory yarn cup, adjustment knobs and clamp, all with red and blue incised lines. Whalebone shaft and staves. Clamp attached to a three-legged whalebone stand. Total height 17.75". Cage diameter approx. 18.5".
From a Long Island Collection.
This item is not available for international delivery without CITES and other necessary permits. Obtaining these permits is the obligation of the buyer. Please be aware of current international and domestic regulations and bid accordingly.

Turned whale ivory yarn cup, adjustment knobs and clamp, all with red and blue incised lines. Whalebone shaft and staves. Clamp attached to a three-legged whalebone stand. Total height 17.75". Cage diameter approx. 18.5".
From a Long Island Collection.
This item is not available for international delivery without CITES and other necessary permits. Obtaining these permits is the obligation of the buyer. Please be aware of current international and domestic regulations and bid accordingly.

Condition: At least one stave is broken. Whalebone stand with breaks in legs.

This item will not be shipped internationally without a CITES permit. Obtaining CITES and any other necessary permits is the obligation of the buyer.

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