Ebony and ivory aren’t just found on a keyboard. They make a powerful combination when merged together in a unique artform called scrimshaw. A Harris County man has perfected the art. On the surface ...

Dolphin skull covered in scrimshaw of ships, foliage, a butterfly, and flags, from 1750-1850. (all photographs by the author for Hyperallergic) 19th century whalers could be at sea for years, and for ...

A new exhibition is looking at the traditional art form of scrimshaw through a wider context and contemporary lens. "The Wider World and Scrimshaw” at the New Bedford Whaling Museum in Massachusetts ...

The artwork of Felix Tapia has a uniquely Southwestern flair, as he transforms found animal skulls into unique pieces of art combining the techniques of scrimshaw carving, etching and painting. His ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. The surface of this smooth, polished ...