LOAN EXHIBIT
 Tooth and Bone, an exhibit of fine miniature paintings and scrimshaw from the collections of the Newport Historical Society, features 18th and 19th century scrimshaw and miniature paintings on ivory, most with a Newport connection.
“Both types of artwork were given as gifts to lovers and close relations,” explains exhibit curator Jeffrey Egan. “They were sentimental objects that allowed people to stay emotionally connected during periods of physical separation.”
Gallery Presentations
Saturday, August 14th at 11am
Leading scrimshaw expert Stuart Frank, PhD, will discuss the unique nature of the scrimshaw and ivory pieces in Tooth and Bone during a presentation in the exhibit space.
Dr. Frank is Senior Curator of the New Bedford Whaling Museum, Director Emeritus of the Kendall Whaling Museum and founder/director of the Scrimshaw Forensics Laboratory®. He will conclude the hour-long program with a Q&A session.
In addition to Dr. Frank's presentation, a series of booth talks on topics of interest to collectors is a new feature of this year's Newport Antiques Show. |
