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BALEEN AND WHALEBONE SAILOR'S DITTY BOX
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Item Details
Description
19th c., the whalebone lid decorated with etched basket of flowers, five fingers on body, 4.5"h; 7.5" diam.
From the collection of a Beverly, Massachusetts woman.
From the collection of a Beverly, Massachusetts woman.
Condition
The two fingers on lid damaged; chips at base and on lid rim; some newer nail on lid rim; lid does not settle into the box. (see photo)
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NOTE: WE DO NOT APPROVE BIDDERS DAY OF AUCTION.
Absence of a condition statement does not imply the lot is in perfect condition, free from flaws, restoration, or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or telephone to our gallery. Any condition statement given either verbally or written is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. CRN bears no responsibility for error or omission. All items are sold as is. All sales are final.
NOTE: WE DO NOT APPROVE BIDDERS DAY OF AUCTION.
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BALEEN AND WHALEBONE SAILOR'S DITTY BOX
Estimate $700 - $900
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