Cultural Exchange: The sharing or blending of different cultures' ideas or practices. Ivory carvings were often traded internationally, spreading cultural influences far beyond their origin points.
Artisanal Craftsmanship: Refers to items crafted by skilled artisans rather than mass-produced by machines. Ivory carvings exemplify this type of craftsmanship.
Scrimshaw: A specific form of ivory carving practiced by sailors involving intricate designs etched into whalebone or walrus tusks.