“Ship’s Anchor Cufflinks” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory by David Smith. Incredible detail by master scrimshander, Smith. Set in sterling silver, these will be worn with pride by both men and women for years and years.
“Lobsterman in Fog” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory bark by David Smith. Early morning in the fog as a schooner heads to the Great Banks. Beautiful, moody work by Smith. Really like the fog effect in the background and the detail of the lunch pail on the dory.Thick piece of mammoth bark on a handsome stand completes the picture. Nicely done, indeed.
“Orca Ballet” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory bark by David Smith. A graceful orca duo in sync for Orca ballet. Fine work by Smith, as always. Nice color in the mammoth bark the result of minerals absorbed into the ivory over thousands of years.
“Peggy’s Cove Light” color scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory bark by David Smith. Note how the blue sea compliments the colorful bark. Nice touch by veteran scrimshander, Smith. Really like the shadow on the lighthouse as well. Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse, also known as Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, is one of Nova Scotia’s most well-known lighthouses and may be the most photographed in Canada. Located in the quaint fishing village of Peggy’s Cove along the South Shore, Peggy’s Point Lighthouse was built in 1915.
“Nauset Light” color scrimshaw on ancient mammoth ivory bark by David Smith. Excellent rendition of well known East Coast lighthouse. Nauset Light, officially Nauset Beach Light, is a restored lighthouse on the Cape Cod National Seashore near Eastham, Massachusetts, erected in 1923 using the 1877 tower that was moved here from the Chatham Light. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
“St. Mark’s Light” color scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory bark by David Smith. First rate work by Smith on choice piece of mammoth bark. The St. Marks Light is the second-oldest light station in Florida. It is located on the east side of the mouth of the St. Marks River, on Apalachee Bay.
“Alpha Wolf” black and white scrimshaw on stunning blue mammoth bark ivory by David Smith. This leader has it all, judging by his commanding appearance. He could easily be “best of show” material. The rare blue tones in the mammoth ivory are outstanding, to say the least.
“Bald Eagle Portrait” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory bark by David Smith. The fierceness of the eagle is captured by Smith in this gem. It is said Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be our national bird, not the eagle. Although Franklin was correct in many things, he was dead wrong about the turkey.
“Thoughtful Silverback” black and white scrimshaw on rare blue ancient mammoth ivory tusk bark by David Smith. Silverback seems to be quite serious, perhaps thinking about his well hidden group. This piece of ivory is simply amazing with the rare blue tones and, also, it is very thick with no checks whatsoever. Scrimshander, Smith, has used the ivory to the very best advantage. Stunning cocobolo stand completes the picture.
“Racing Schooner Closeup” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory bark by David Smith. One can feel the speed of this handsome vessel. You can see the captain at the helm, probably barking orders to his well trained crewmen. Smith really takes you right into the action with this one. Note the angle of the ends of the ivory matching the shape of the base. Nicely done.