early to mid 20th century, with walrus ivory handle and base, very indistinct signature on base, 2-1/4 x 3 in.; tightly woven basket with walrus ivory fox head finial, indistinctly signed on ivory base, 2 x 2-1/4 in.ÿ - Provenance: Private Florida Collection - Note: ÿ?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Condition
larger example with some losses and breaks to baleen weavers; minor wear to smaller example