scrimshaw

• Arte ou ofício de esculpir ou gravar desenhos em osso de baleia, barbatana de baleia ou presa de morsa, historicamente praticada por baleeiros, especialmente nos Estados Unidos. Também se refere aos objetos assim decorados.

A noun referring to the art or craft of carving or engraving designs on whalebone, whale ivory, or walrus tusk, historically practiced by American whalers.

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   The art or craft of carving or engraving designs on whalebone, whale ivory, walrus tusk, or similar materials, traditionally practiced by American whalers.

   Escrimação em osso de baleia

   • The museum displayed a beautiful piece of scrimshaw from the 19th century.
   • Whalers often created scrimshaw to pass the time on long voyages.
   • He collects antique scrimshaw, especially pieces with detailed ship engravings.