Collection Highlights
Matthew Perry
Date:
ca. 1855
Object Number:
PR.012.2.787
Medium:
Daguerreotype
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Whale's tooth
Object Number:
1943.151
Date:
1840-1860
Medium:
Ivory
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1 3/4 in. ( 14 x 6.4 x 4.4 cm )
Description:
Engraved scrimshaw Sperm whale's tooth with black pigment is of a front view of a bearded fisherman carrying his pole and basket.
Gallery Label:
According to the donor, this scrimshaw probably represents Robinson Crusoe.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Fanny Shapiro
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
