Lot 1486 , An Inuit whale tooth carving, 19th century, 8cm long, and a marine ivory religious group, possibly Goa

An Inuit whale tooth carving, 19th century, 8cm long, and a marine ivory religious group, possibly Goa

An Inuit whale tooth carving, 19th century, 8cm long, and a marine ivory religious group, possibly Goa
£80-120

Condition:
Tooth good despite old, natural splits. Group tallest figure and part of the plinth upon which he stands has been re-attached with some glue residue showing; furthermore, one figure’s head missing; traces of old gilding and red pigment.

Sold for £220