C-shaped wooden clamp with whale ivory utilitarian components and decorative embellishments. Whale ivory mounts at top support an original fabric-covered pincushion. Two carved and stepped ivory bodkin are inserted into slots on upper edge of C., and three thread winders are mounted on each side , for a total of 6. Shield shaped adjustment knob screws into lower edge decorated with inlaid diamonds and hearts. Decorative relief- carved panels on edges are backed by metal or glass and are mostly in geometric designs, though one depicts a whale. Just a wonderful piece of American folk , probably a "Sweet Heart ", gift from a very skillful Whaleman.
Dealer | George Spiecker / Fine Americana |
Date: | C.1850 |
Origin | |
Artist/Maker | Talented Whaler |
Measurements | Length 4.75 in. |
Inventory | View Dealer's Inventory |
Website | http://www.fineamericana.com |
Price | SOLD |
Contact | George Spiecker, 913-269-8775 or g.spiecker@comcast.net |