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Scrimshaw: Walrus Tusk, 1941. Creator: Oscar Bluhme
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Scrimshaw: Walrus Tusk, 1941. Creator: Oscar Bluhme
Scrimshaw: Walrus Tusk, 1941
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Scrimshaw: Walrus Tusk, 1941, by Oscar Bluhme Description: This stunning piece of scrimshaw art dates back to 1941 and was created by the skilled hand of Oscar Bluhme. The artwork is executed in watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, and it adorns a walrus tusk. The intricate design features a walrus with its distinctive beak and bill, engraved in exquisite detail. The tusk is from the 19th century, while the scrimshaw was created during the 1930s or 1940s. The Walrus Tusk Scrimshaw is an excellent example of the rich maritime heritage of the United States and Canada. Scrimshaw, a traditional art form, involves engraving and decorating various materials, such as whalebone or ivory, using sharp tools, watercolor, and other artistic mediums. This piece is part of the Index of American Design, a project initiated by the Federal Art Project of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the 1930s and 1940s. The Index aimed to document and preserve American decorative arts and crafts. The Walrus Tusk Scrimshaw is now part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., United States. The artwork showcases the beauty and intricacy of this unique art form, which has been an essential part of American and Canadian history for centuries. Oscar Bluhme was a renowned scrimshaw artist, and this piece is a testament to his exceptional talent. The Walrus Tusk Scrimshaw is not only a beautiful work of art but also a valuable historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the past and the rich maritime traditions of the United States.
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