Our charming Scrimshaw Whale Hinged Box will bring coastal styling to any space. This eye catching bone box is a great accent piece for well appointed interiors. Begun by sailors working on whaling ships out of New England, scrimshaw may be the only art form that originated in America. This scrimshaw box is created by engraving varying designs on ox bone. Sealed with bone powder and epoxy, lacquer-coated and hand-polished. Perfect for holding jewelry and keepsakes.
Natural, authentic ox bone tiles inlaid on a durable wood-composite base.
Antique reproduction handmade bone box 6-1/4" x 3-1/4" x 1-1/2"
Antiqued brass hinges, lid latch and green felt-lined interior.
Polished by hand.
Box made in India. Engraved in the USA.