Scrimshaw & Ivory Auction - Collector Excitement Builds In Anticipation Of 500 Piece Ivory Auction

Online, October 3, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Ivory and Scrimshaw collectors can't wait! This Saturday, October 9th Manor Auctions is selling over 500 pieces of ivory and scrimshaw in the Lakeland Florida Auction of Fine Art, Jewelry & Collectibles. A majority of the offering has been commissioned to auction through two large private Florida collections. The pieces includes scrimshaw dating from mid-19th C. to about the 1970's and a life-long collection of Native Alaskan Ivory. Everything from carved Eskimo whalers to scrimshaw whale teeth and pie crimpers will be sold. Included with the Alaskan Ivory and Scrimshaw is also an offering of Japanese Ivory.

All pieces go under the hammer this Saturday, October 9th and most must be sold to the highest bidder, regardless of price. The auction takes place in Lakeland Florida at the Lakeland Center, 701 West Lime St. Lot preview is Friday October 8th 6pm - 8pm and 8am day of sale. Bidders can participate via live floor bidding, telephone, Internet or submit absentee bids. There is no cost to attend and those attending live receive complimentary parking and auction catalog. Visit www.ManorAuctions.com or call 850-523-3787 for auction information.

A majority of the pieces are bone and ivory of Walrus, Whale, Elephant, Swordfish, Mammoth, Dolphin and Hippopotamus. Some of the highlights include:
• Many Large Carved & Scrimshaw Tusks
• Eskimo Tools & Arrowheads - Many of Ivory and Bone
• Finely Carved Native Alaskan Ivory Animals, such as Polar Bears, Birds, Owls, Walrus, Whales and Otters
• Native Alaskan Eskimo Ivory & Bone Jewelry
• Finely Carved Ivory Cribbage Boards
• Finely Crafted Ivory Eskimo Whalers On The Hunt
• Scrimshaw Razors
• Maori Whale Bone Club - heavily Carved with Symbols
• Ornately Carved 19 C. Scrimshaw Containers of Whaling Scenes
• Scrimshaw Ivory Needle of Whaling Scenes
• Scrimshaw Ivory Utensils
• Scrimshaw Dolphin Jaw Bone
• Scrimshaw Mammoth Ivory Whaling Scenes
• Walrus Ivory Cane Handle
• Scrimshaw Fly Whisk
• Scrimshaw Whales Teeth - 100's of Ornately Carved Works of Whaling Scenes & Stories
• Walrus Skull and Tusks
• Scrimshaw Presentation Boxes
• Scrimshaw Flask of ornate Whaling Scenes and Stories
• Scrimshaw Ivory Powder Horns with Detailed Whaling Scenes
• Ornately Carved Hippo Tusks

Serious dealers, buyers and collectors should take special attention to this important auction. It is not often such a large offering is brought to market and sold in a single auction event. This is a great opportunity to start or grow your collection.

Along with the Ivory, Manor Auctions will sell 700 lots of Fine Art, Jewelry & Collectibles; including Original Picasso, Buttersworth, Cathelin & Highwaymen Fine Art, Timepieces such as Rolex & Tag Heuer, Pocketwatches, Diamonds and Fine Jewelry from Tiffany & Cartier, 150 Pieces of Lladro, many large Lalique pieces, antique Quilts, Gold & Silver Shipwreck Coins, Civil War Military Antiques, Bronze Statuary, Antique Lighting, Entertainment Memorabilia - including the Golf Cart Belonging to Clark Gable, Sports Memorabilia & Autographs - including World Series Champion Ring, vintage Guitars - Martin, Fender & Gibson, collectibles and much more. There is truly something for everyone. Lots to see and enjoy, so come out and join us at the auction! If you can't be there in person, join us online or via phone.

Manor Auctions is a leading fine collectibles auctioneer and appraiser. Consignments are being accepted for the December 2010 catalog auction. Contact Manor Auctions to schedule your no cost consignment consultation. With offices throughout Florida and nationwide representatives, Manor Auctions is ready to meet with you. Manor handles single items to large collections and estates. Speak to Manor Auctions and learn how a well executed and marketed auction can maximize your potential when selling collectibles. 850-523-3787 or [email protected].