WHALE IVORY NAUGHTY KNEE" BODKIN Mid-19th Century
Nicely carved heeled boot, leg and scalloped stocking. Contrasting buttons and "garter", possibly baleen. Length 4.25". Includes metal stand. (SC1133))
Height 5 1/2 Inches
Reference: This item is illustrated and described on page 7 and 237 of the book Wandering Whaleman and Their Art: A Collection of Scrimshaw Masterpieces by Alan Granby, Published by Alan Granby 2022.
