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1	Scrimshaw: A Complete Illustrated Manual more books like this by Steve Paszkiewicz, Roger Schroeder add to wishlist From sailors on the high seas who carved ivory to contemporary artists who work with ecofriendly substitutes, scrimshaw is celebrated and explicated in this introduction to developing the preparation and reproduction skills required to practice this ancient art. Collectors and artisans alike will appreciate the gallery section showcasing more than ... see all copies from $8.79! new only from $8.79! \| SVS
2	The handicrafts of the sailor more books like this by Steven Banks add to wishlist see all copies from $4.94! first editions \| SVS
3	A Mariner's Fancy: The Whaleman's Art of Scrimshaw more books like this by Nina Hellman, Peter Neill (Illustrator), Jack R Aron (Foreword by) add to wishlist Discusses the art of scrimshaw and the role of New York in the history of American whaling. Presents pictures and descriptions of pieces from the South Street Seaport Museum in New York City. see all copies from $12.18!
4	Scrimshaw, the Whaler's Legacy by Martha Lawrence add to wishlist Scrimshaw, or whale tooth carving, is historical, beautiful and complex. Over 400 color photos of American scrimshaw folk art pieces and a fascinating text relates the hard, daily life of the nineteenth century sailor/scrimshander aboard whaling ships. The materials, patriotic and romantic themes, and tools used are displayed and explained. Also, ... see all copies from $55.96! new only from $55.96!
5	A Treasury of American Scrimshaw: A Collection of the Useful and Decorative more books like this by Michael McManus add to wishlist see all copies from $13.00! new only from $20.00! \| first editions \| SVS
6	The scrimshander more books like this by William Gilkerson add to wishlist Text and illustrations introduce the history and techniques of whale ivory carving and engraving. Includes contemporary examples of scrimshaw and discusses the future of this art form. see all copies from $1.99! signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
7	Whaling and the art of scrimshaw more books like this by Charles Robert Meyer add to wishlist see all copies from $9.00! new only from $54.00! \| signed copies \| first editions
8	Scrimshaw : a traditional folk art, a contemporary craft more books like this by Leslie Linsley add to wishlist see all copies from $2.99! first editions
9	Contemporary Scrimshaw more books like this by Eva Halat add to wishlist 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 recognized art form. Today, fine scrimshaw miniatures adorn see all copies from $32.35! new only from $48.29!
10	Advanced Scrimshaw Techniques more books like this by Jim Stevens add to wishlist Learn techniques every scrimshaw carver needs for true proficiency in this traditional art form. Over 130 clear color photos illustrate ivory carving with hand and power tools, color and power engraving and painting, and practices in the care, conservatio see all copies from $12.35! new only from $12.35!
11	Graven by the Fishermen Themselves: Scrimshaw in Mystic Seaport Museum more books like this by Richard C. Malley, Mystic Seaport Museum add to wishlist see all copies from $4.88! first editions
12	Scrimshaw more books like this by Leslie Linsley, A T Linsley, Jon Aron (Photographer) add to wishlist see all copies from $2.66!
13	Sacred Buffalo: The Lakota Way for a New Beginning more books like this by James Durham, Virginia Thomas, David Bjorkman (Photographer) add to wishlist This is the compelling true story of the seven-year quest that inspired a monumental work of Native American art -- the carving of an entire buffalo skeleton with the seven sacred rites of the Lakota Sioux. At the heart of this story lie the history and tradition of a proud and deeply spiritual people, the Lakota, and a message of hope for people ... see all copies from $4.34! new only from $68.85!
14	Scrimshaw Techniques: With Gallery of Contemporary Artists more books like this by Jim Stevens add to wishlist This guide is a dazzling showcase of this uniquely American art form. The pages are filled with tips, techniques, and insights that both educate and demonstrate the steps to creating authentic and beautiful scrimshaw. An examination of ivory includes a wi see all copies from $26.08! new only from $26.08!
15	Scrimshaw and scrimshanders : whales and whalemen more books like this by E. Norman Flayderman, R.L. Wilson add to wishlist see all copies from $174.98! signed copies \| first editions
16	Scrimshaw more books like this by A T Linsley add to wishlist see all copies from $19.95!
17	Fakeshaw: A Checklist of Plastic Scrimshaw more books like this by Stuart M Frank add to wishlist Most of the "scrimshaw" pieces that turn up at flea markets are actually machine-made plastic frauds. This long-awaited annotated guide to these bogus scrimshaw look-alikes is a must for the collector, dealer, and whaling enthusiast. see all copies from $43.00! signed copies \| first editions
18	How to Scrimshaw & Carve Ivory more books like this by Michael Collins, Blackie Collins add to wishlist see all copies from $26.00! new only from $99.31!
19	In Their Hours of Ocean Leisure: Scrimshaw in the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum more books like this by Richard C Malley, Whaling Museum add to wishlist see all copies from $162.50!
20	The Yankee scrimshanders. - more books like this by Fredrika Alexander Burrows add to wishlist see all copies from $4.86! signed copies \| first editions
21	John F. Kennedy: scrimshaw collector. more books like this by Clare Barnes add to wishlist see all copies from $9.95! first editions \| SVS
22	Scrimshaw more books like this by Carson I. A. Ritchie add to wishlist Explains the tools and techniques for carving on hard surfaces, especially teeth, bone, or shells. see all copies from $4.62! first editions
23	How to scrimshaw and carve ivory more books like this by Blackie Collins, Michael Collins add to wishlist see all copies from $12.50! first editions
24	Scrimshaw : variations on a theme more books like this by Martha Bowen add to wishlist see all copies from $484.81! signed copies \| first editions
25	The scrimshaw connection more books like this by Bob Engnath add to wishlist see all copies from $47.50!

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