“Wild Stallion and Herd” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory by Mary Byrne. Rearing wild stallion oversees his herd as it passes by. One of the colts appears to have the same coloring. Scenes such as this can still be seen in parts of the West. Byrne, who was one of the very best of the West Coast scrimshanders, created this in the late 70s. It is from the collection of one of our clients who is no longer with us. Long tusk that was split in two at some time in the past. An artifact in the making that did not pan out.
“Mystical Swan Family” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory artifact by Mary Byrne. One of the most talented of all the contemporary West Coast scrimshanders, Byrne’s work is rarely seen and is prized by astute collectors. This is classic Byrne, not only in subject matter, but, also in composition. The ominous dark water’s surface is broken by the female swan and her cignets revealing shades of bright blue underneath the dark surface. Love the tones in the dominate male’s wings. Ivory was used as an ice axe by ancient people hundreds of years ago. From the collection of one of our long time clients who is no longer with us. Great piece at 1980s prices.
“Hooded Merganser Family” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory artifact by the late Kelly Mulford. Outstanding example of first rate Kelly Mulford scrimshaw. He loved to scrimshaw duck scenes and was probably the best of all the West Coast scrimshanders with his prized duck scenes. He could have been the first to win the Federal Duck Stamp competition with a scrimshaw entry had he chosen to submit his work. Interesting artifact used both as an ice axe and fire starter by ancient people in the Northern Bering Sea area hundreds of years ago. Another piece from one of our clients who is no longer with us. Kelly created this in 1983 and it was initially sold for more that the current price. Great opportunity to acquire a Mulford at 1980s prices.
“Horses Running Free” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory artifact by Terry Nelson. Very rare to see a Nelson piece appear on the open market today. One of the best known of the group responsible for contemporary West Coast style of scrimshaw, Nelson’s work is prized by astute collectors. Her portraits were outstanding, but her wildlife took a backseat to no one, as can be seen here. This was done in the mid 80s and is from the extensive collection of one of our clients who is no longer with us. You won’t see a Nelson wildlife piece like this again. Simply great work!
“Hunting Puma in Snow” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory artifact by the late Kelly Mulford. Alert Puma has just heard something under the snow. See his ears pricked forward. He is going to be eating soon. Judging by his appearance, he must be a superior hunter. Mulford always found a way to use the natural shape and tones of the ivory. Note the way he used the natural colors of the ivory in the snow laden branch. Nice. Kelly created this in 1983 and is from one of our collectors who is no longer with us. The ivory was used as an ice axe by ancient people hundreds of years ago. Rare opportunity to add a first rate Kelly Mulford to one’s collection for 1980s prices.
“Wood Duck Family” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory by the late Kelly Mulford. One of the most colorful of all ducks, this attractive family seems ready for a Sunday stroll dressed in their finery. Mulford loved to do wildlife, especially birds, as can be easily seen in this beauty. This was created in 1983 by Mulford and is from the collection of one of our clients who is no longer with us. Excellent opportunity to add to your collection at 1980s prices. Excellent work.
“Puma in Winter” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory artifact by the late Kelly Mulford. Alert Puma is well positioned to spot any movement below for his next meal. Beautiful composition by Mulford on this rare piece. Note the tones in the Puma’s fur match the color in the ivory. Details such as this are rare today. Mulford was one of the very best working and left us all too soon. The ivory was used as an ice axe hundreds and hundreds of years ago. This was created in 1983 and is from the extensive collection of one of our clients who is no longer with us. Excellent opportunity to add a rare Mulford work to your collection at 1980s prices.
“Native Fisherman on Ice” color scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory by the late Kelly Mulford. Patient fisherman jiggles a lure attracting fish. He then spears them with his handmade trident, probably made from walrus tusk. Looks like a productive day. Second panel depicts a Native woman preparing to venture outside. Everyone appears to be quite warm at the present time. This was created by Mulford in 1982. Long time ago in the contemporary scrimshaw world. It is from one of our clients who is no longer with us. Nice Mulford at early 1980s price.
“Native Woman with Pipe” sepia toned scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory artifact by Heidi Robichaud. Extraordinary portrait of stately Native mother with child, both smoking their pipes and staring into the distance. One wonders what they are looking at and thinking. Love the way Robichaud added just a little color to the jewelry and intricate design of the shawl on the older woman. Nice contrast. This is done on a nice ice axe used by Natives in the Northern Bering Sea area hundreds of years ago. Robichaud created it in 1984 and it is from the collection of one of our clients who is no longer with us. A bargain at 1980s price
“Native Mother and Child” black and white scrimshaw on ancient walrus tusk ivory artifact by Mary Simpson. Evocative of the famous Dorothea “Migrant Mother” photograph. Strong woman who refuses to give up. Very interesting artifact, probably used as part of a sled runner hundreds of years past. From the collection of one of our clients who is no longer with us. Not many artifacts like this around today.