Artist/Maker
Thomas, Albert Alexander
Title
Miniature Goblet
DateCirca 1833-1876
Mediumwhale ivory
Dimensions1 5/8 in. (4.1 cm)
Object number1979.48.3
Institutional Credit LineCourtesy of the New Bedford Whaling Museum
DescriptionFooted stemware goblet turned from a sperm whale tooth, with double-grooved equator. Smaller capacity than a shot glass.ProvenanceThe donors are grandchildren of Captain Albert Alexander Thomas, the maker of the scrimshaw.On View
On view
Thomas, Albert Alexander
