Whale's Tooth c. 1940

"Whale's Tooth" is a drawing on two whale teeth by Carl Strehlau, executed around 1940. The artwork features intricate engravings of maritime scenes on each tooth. The left tooth depicts several whales in a horizontal composition, while the right tooth showcases a woman holding a flag, an anchor, and the inscription "HOPE." The work reflects the artist's interest in maritime themes, common in folk art. Strehlau's "Whale's Tooth" stands as a testament to the enduring artistic traditions of the 20th century and the power of folk art to capture everyday life and cultural symbolism.