873/​258

A narwhale tusk. Monodon monoceros. Weight 5183 gr. L. 170 cm.

Provenance: The narwhale tusks originate from Thule, Greenland, where they were brought back from an expedition with Knud Rasmussen in July-September 1928. Have been the family's possession ever since.

Condition

Some cracks on the tusk, top broken (natural wear.) Several countries outside the EU (third countries) ban import of items containing materials from endangered species. This lot number might be covered by such provision and potential buyers are advised to familiarize themselves with these rules.

Auction

Furniture, varia & carpets, 20 September 2017

Category

Ethnographica

Estimate

20,000 DKK

Price realised

Not sold