- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
Peter Benchley Collection - Jaws - A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Stories
Lot 42:
Description
East African carved wood mug, likely Kenya or Tanzania. The vessel is hand-carved from a single block of light-toned wood, featuring a novelty handle sculpted in the form of a giraffe head and neck. The interior and base show visible tooling marks and textures from the hand-hollowing process. 4" H x 2 3/4" diameter.
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Condition report:
The mug is in good overall condition. There is a small natural wood void or minor chip at the forehead of the giraffe handle. Light surface scuffs and minor scratches are present on the exterior and base. The interior shows minor darkening at the bottom consistent with light use or age.
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