3rd quarter 19th century, America. The set comprised of a walrus tusk polychrome scrimmed depicting a courting couple standing with outstretched arms amidst delicate flowering tendrils. Beneath the couple are portraits of a woman in period dress, one scrimmed on either side of base of tusk, they are also framed by similar flowering plants. Two small sperm whale teeth complete the set, one with a young couple seated in conversation while the woman holds the gentleman hat, the verso scribed with a young woman in formal period gown, all colored in shades of grays and red. The figures also framed by delicate plants and geometric design borders. The second decorated with a dancing woman in formal period gown and a full-length red scarf, another female figure on the reverse in scrimmed in a dark top and knee-length red skirt all with matching trim, a Spanish type head fan worn in her dark wavy hair. The figures on this tooth also scrimmed amongst delicate tendrils and geometric borders. SIZE: Teeth 4-1/2″ and 4-3/4″ l. Walrus 14″ l (on curve). Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. CONDITION: Surfaces all with natural patina and with good evenly faded coloration. Very good overall. Walrus tusk with hole drilled in the tip. 52213-2 (3,000-5,000) ESA