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CONTEMPORARY SCRIMSHAW

OUR PRICE: £32.50

Scrimshaw is a technique of stippling and scratching on fossil ivory, horn and bone.Its roots lie in the traditional art of whaling men of the 18th and 19th centuries, but it has developed as a recognised art form.Today, fine scrimshaw miniatures adorn handcrafted knives, jewelry, billiard cues, cigarette lighters, and many other objects.With over 700 photos, this book presents a history of scrimshaw, provides instruction on carving and decorating beautiful scrimshaw, and displays a gallery of 45 international artists.Their fascinating work gives carvers inspiration.This unique book gives artists, collectors and everyone interested in scrimshaw a great reference.Eva Halat has been an enthusiastic scrimshaw carver for many years.

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Product Code:	10936
Author:	Eva Halat
Format:	240pp, 318 colour and 390 b/w photographs, hb.
Shipping Time:	This item is usually dispatched Next Day
Our Price:	£32.50

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