Wax.
Think it's something as simple as chalk mixed with...
You see my dilemma, right, @808 raver? It definitely gives great eye appeal, and you can still clearly see the Schreger lines through the...
No, I just noticed it on my piece, and wondered if that was common practice to even out or just brighten carved ivory? @808 raver thinks he sees...
That is hilarious, and my first inclination was correct! British. A capital "B" would have given me a hint :) Apparently, you know as much...
That looks European MCM to me... Is that a word, or a typo? :)
It's a lovely thing, @dgbjwc but doesn't look like it's been around for too long (judging by the images) Then this: Maybe why there's not a lot...
That is stunning, @Graymich64! Wowsers.
I think the pieces with Western/Christian figures and imagery are the most desirable... And more elaborate construction... I contacted the...
Something not working there...
Adorable color, @Nancy Neal !
ummm - in your own words, what's a sugar desk? :) Welcome, @Doug Shlonsky
Sorry, my mistake: Here's what another Sotheby's piece looks like on the inside. A fine and rare ivory-veneered cabinet, Sri Lanka, 17th Century...
Any suggestions on contacts, most appreciated :) I found this article Sri Lankan Ivories for the Dutch and Portuguese by Alan Chong © 2019 ·...
Nice, @808 raver ! Appears to be a thin coat of whitened wax. Its waterproof, but scrapes off easily on the flat surfaces. Check out what I...
Thanks @KSW Did you misplace a link :) ?
I read that hide glue could be set/reversed with wet heat 140 - 160 degrees. Repeated dunking in hot (not boiling) water softens it to a rubbery...
Dripping with charm, though, @manny :)
Plus, it's beautiful, @MrNate :)
I was just trying to match things up. I'm slysdexic when it comes to scrolling through multiples.
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