Narwhal lore


  1. carrhc
  2. CarmasWords

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Top 1.   Mar 16, 2000 7:26 PM

» carrhc - Narwhals

Does anyone know anything about the way narwhals were perceived around the turn-of-the-century? I am writing a paper on a one-of-a-kind Tiffany dressing table and chair that incorporate narwhal tusks, and I am wondering what the significance of using the tusks might be.

Thank you very much for any input.

-- posted by carrhc



Top 2.   May 17, 2000 2:14 PM

» CarmasWords - Narwhal Lore

I can't say as I know the "meaning" behind using the Narwhal tusks in the furniture, but I do know that the tusks are a sign of vitality, "oneness with nature," but were often used in fertility ceremonies as well.

Sorry I couldn't be of more assistance....

Carma Haley
Dolphins Editor

-- posted by CarmasWords



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