Racing Clippers

Unknown Artist D.C. - Racing Clippers

“Racing Clippers” black and white scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory by DC. Nice work by DC (Dan Cronan?) mounted on a bone base.  From the collection of one of our clients who is no longer with us.

Turtle Family Sunning

Unknown Carver - Turtle Family Sunning

“Turtle Family Sunning” complete turtle family carving on ancient walrus tusk ivory created by talented unknown carver. Perfect day to catch a few rays for the turtle family. Carver made excellent use of the tapered piece of walrus ivory. Nicely done.

Sea Lion Family

Unknown Carver - Sea Lion Family

“Sea Lion Family” intricate carving created by talented unknown artist on ancient walrus tusk ivory. Beautiful color in the ancient walrus tusk ivory gives the impression of the coat of the larger sea lion. Really admire the talent of the carver in this one. Excellent addition to any collection.

Full Moon Wolf

Unknown Carver - Full Moon Wolf

“Full Moon Wolf” detailed carving created by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory. Even the wolf’s fangs are shown in this gem as well as the ruffled fur around his neck as he howls at the full moon. Fine addition to any collection.

Brown Bear Carving

Unknown Carver - Brown Bear Carving

“Brown Bear Carving” created by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory, this well done work is the perfect choice for the colorful ivory. The marvelous color is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the ivory over the years. A very well done piece, indeed. Love the guy’s face.

Sea Otter Carving

Unknown Carver - Sea Otter Carving

“Sea Otter Carving” created by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory. Content sea otter floating on its back while eating an abalone. He has it made. Nice choice of subject matter as the brown tones in the ancient walrus ivory bring to mind the actual colors of their coats.

Turtle Family Carving

Unknown Carver - Turtle Family Carving

“Turtle Family Carving” created by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory. Family trio meets on a reef to bask in the sun. Excellent detail with turtle’s shells carved with precise designs. Nice color in the shells used perfectly. Fine work here.

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Carved Hoot Owl

Unknown Carver - Carved Hoot Owl

“Carved Hoot Owl” created by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory. Vigilant owl perched on tree branch is looking for prey. Excellent detail here. Every feather is picture perfect. Beautiful color the result of minerals absorbed into the walrus tusk over hundreds of years. A keeper!

Cool Frog Family

Unknown Carver - Cool Frog Family

“Cool Frog Family” created by talented unknown carver on colorful ancient walrus tusk ivory. Excellent color in the ivory is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the ancient walrus tusk over hundreds of years when it was underground in the Northern Bering Sea area. Note the high polish on the frogs, extremely difficult to achieve. Really admire this one.

Sea Turtle Trio

Unknown Carver - Sea Turtle Trio

“Sea Turtle Trio” created by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory, this trio includes a smaller one close by his parents. Nice detail with the coral at the base of the carving. Eyes are inlaid ebony. Nice work here.