Bidspirit auction | A Pair of Bone Scrimshaw

A Pair of Bone Scrimshaw Motif Cabinet Knobs - A pair of natural bone cabinet knobs, each featuring a hand-decorated scrimshaw-style medallion inset into the circular face. The first medallion depicts a stag in an alert, standing posture within a naturalistic landscape, while the second shows a stag grazing. The scenes are rendered in fine line work with a palette of brown and green washes. Each knob is constructed with a flared, pedestal-style shank showing characteristic natural graining and pitting throughout the material. The bases are drilled and threaded for mounting. The surface displays a naturally aged yellowish patina. No maker marks or inscriptions are present. Diameter: 3.8 cm.