Lot 1786

Description

Scrimshaw ivory case, with scarce religious theme, on lid is head of Christ wearing crown of thorns, on the bottom is the cross of crucifixion with thorn wreath around cross arms and spear and hammer crossing behind heart at base, inside heart is depicted two whipping implements, at the sides and base of cross is shown Christ's hands and feet with nail holes as well as various implements such as mallet and pliers and other items, around the top lidded section is floral decorated on one side and on the other side is German text that translates as, 'Whoever thinks on the suffering of Jesus will certainly avoid sinning'. Small chip in edge of lid, otherwise fine and rare.