Engraved Whalebone Busk

Description:

Engraved Whalebone Busk, 19th century, the busk with five engraved motifs heightened with red and green sealing wax: an eagle with a banner inscribed "E PLURIBUS UNUM," a wreath centered with the monogram "AEL," a spray of flowers, another wreath centered with inscription "Tho' Lost to Sight/to Memory Dear," and an urn of flowers, 14 3/8 x 1 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

The busk is a little warped (does not lie flat).


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