Walrus ivory carved finger, ivory carved finger, jade finger, antique antique #山奇art

introduce: Walrus ivory is the two incisors of walruses produced in the Arctic Ocean. Due to its fine texture, it has always been used as a precious carving material and used to make some antiques. How do we choose a real walrus ivory in the mixed market? There are the following aspects that need to be noted: First, if you carefully observe the texture of the cross-section of walrus tusks, there will be a [herringbone] pattern. This is also a prominent feature of walrus tusks, and they vary in thickness, which is very natural. However, the texture of some walrus tusks is relatively Intricately, the incisors of walruses are usually about 0.5 to 1 meter long, so handicrafts made of walrus tusks will be much smaller than ivory products, which can be judged by their size. The wrench finger evolved from the ancient hoe. It has a flat end and a beveled tip at the other end. There is a groove on it for the bow string to fit into. It is a special device used to protect the thumb from being strangled when pulling the bow string during archery. It later became a symbol of martial spirit. It evolved into the Qing Dynasty and was cylindrical in shape. It was worn by the nobles of the Qing Dynasty to symbolize power and status. This wrench finger is carved from walrus ivory. The wrench finger is cylindrical with a rounded center. The whole thing is polished and smooth, with its natural color and texture, without any carving, it is delicate and smooth. The walrus ivory has a natural gloss. The natural walrus ivory is white in color, because this wrench will oxidize if it is exposed to the air for a long time. With a certain age and history, the color will gradually turn yellow, the patina will be thick and full, and the overall shape will be regular, retaining the simple nature of the wrench. The charm will be elegant, and the small size is interesting enough to be collected and appreciated. https://youtube.com/shorts/V5lEBvA-mWc?si=ogBLsfOknUZSPDkF