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Baleen with an etched image of George Davidson, Master Whaler, Eden
Image Not Available for Baleen with an etched image of George Davidson, Master Whaler, Eden

Baleen with an etched image of George Davidson, Master Whaler, Eden

Maker
Date2004
Object number00040041
NameScrimshaw
MediumBaleen
DimensionsOverall: 480 x 140 x 50 mm, 0.06 kg
ClassificationsDecorative and folk art
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Rene Davidson
DescriptionPiece of baleen with an etched image of George Davidson (1863-1952), a master whaler who operated out of Eden. The etching was done by his grandson Rene Davidson, copied from a photograph. The etching is titled 'George Davidson Master Whaler 1863 - Eden - 1952' and signed 'Rene Davidson 6-10-2004' (6 October 2004).