Serpent Crimper

Date19th Century

Mediumwalrus ivory, baleen, metal

Dimensions7 3/8 in. (18.7 cm)

Donor credit lineKendall Whaling Museum Collection Transfer

Object number2001.100.552

Institutional Credit LineCourtesy of the New Bedford Whaling Museum

DescriptionWalrus ivory carved in the image of a serpent (snake) curled back on itself, mouth open, tongue visible; thin discs of baleen at joints in handle; eyes are a baleen dowel, drilled through; three-tined (three-pronged) fork; fluted crimping wheel; metal pin.ProvenanceKranzler 01/28/1960 (group with S-0619 thru S-0628) Kendall Whaling Museum; NBWM

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