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ca. 1930 - 1940
.5" H x 2" L x .5" W
Hand Carved from White Antler of a Harbor Seal with Etched Black Detail
Ex. Shifton Estate - Alaska - Collected in the 1940s
Excellent Condition
Inuit art, particularly carvings, is a vibrant expression of Arctic lifeways, where seals hold profound cultural, spiritual, and practical significance. Seals are not just prey but central figures in Inuit cosmology—symbols of sustenance, renewal, and the sea's bounty. Carvings of seals made from antler (often caribou or moose) are a traditional medium, leveraging the material's natural curves and textures to evoke the animal's fluid, undulating form. These pieces blend functionality with artistry, dating back centuries, and continue in contemporary Inuit studios.
Condition:
Excellent
Tribe:
Eskimo - Inuit - Yup'ik
Year Range:
1925 - 1950
Region:
Inuit
Dimensions:
0.5 in2 in0.5 in
Category:
Ivory, Antler & Bone Figures and Carvings
