SCRIMSHAW WHALEBONE BUSK BY THE BANKNOTE ENGRAVER
Scrimshaw busk with wonderful engraving in the typical style of the Bank Note Engraver American Mid 19th Century. Depicts a pair of lovebirds, a sprig of roses and an oval portrait medallion of an elegant lady in mid century evening dress. Elaborate saw-tooth borders separate primary images from decorative devices at the top and base. Lobed top and curved base. Delicate and meticulous workmanship as typical of the Banknote Engraver. (SC1303)
Condition: Excellent
Length 13".