Scrimshaw

c. 1941

Oscar Bluhme

Associated Names
Oscar Bluhme

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a small, curved object on a light beige background. The object is primarily an off-white or ivory color with intricate engraved designs covering its surface. Positioned close to the center of the image, the object is oriented diagonally from the top left to the bottom right. The carvings depict figures and possible elements of a landscape or nautical scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.3 x 35.8 cm (11 1/8 x 14 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 1/2" long; 2 1/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13471

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: OSCAR BLUHME

Wikidata ID

Q64618700

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