What kind of art did the Inuit make?

Early Inuit art focused on using found items or materials that were handy. Their original artworks were also often practical—noted for their skill in textiles wear and warmth. They made small carved sculptures as children’s toys. Their functional, daily items were often works of art. Shop a selection of Inuit carvings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

What are the three main periods of Inuit art?

The three main periods of Inuit art are often defined as pre-Historic (pre-1770), Historic (1770-1949), and contemporary (1949-present). Intricate and beautiful Inuit carvings, often made of soapstone today, are highly prized by collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Inuit art from some of the world’s top art dealers.

What is the Inuit art style?

The Intuit art style describes the artwork produced by indigenous people from the Arctic region. Inuit art is largely handmade and includes sculptures, masks, handicrafts and prints. Shop a collection of Inuit art from top artists and sellers on 1stDibs.

Inuit Art

Canada Native American Art

Early 20th Century Canadian Inuit Soapstone Figure with Bone Tusk and Fish

$1,165

Early 20th Century Canadian Inuit Soapstone Figure with Bone Tusk and Fish

Located in Nantucket, MA

Hand-carved Canadian Inuit sculpture of a seated, hooded figure in dark green-black soapstone, mottled with pale gold veining and finished to a soft polish. One arm is raised, the fi...

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Early 20th Century Canadian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Large Inuit Soapstone Sculpture of a Walrus with Tusks by Ragee Kupapik E7837

$1,400

Large Inuit Soapstone Sculpture of a Walrus with Tusks by Ragee Kupapik E7837

By Ragee Kuppapik

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Large Inuit soapstone sculpture of a walrus with tusks, the soapstone is in a large-scale size and quite heavy, the tusks are made from a walrus. The figure measures 12" inches wide ...

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Mid-20th Century Canadian Native American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Kavavaow MannomeeFish Become Birds, 1999

$1,800

Fish Become Birds

Located in San Francisco, CA

EXHIBITIONS: 1988, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1993, Cape Dorset Print Collection (printmaker) 1994 (annual collection) ...

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Late 20th Century Other Art Style Animal Prints

Materials

Other Medium

Vintage Set of 3 Animal Figurines Art Marble Inuit Canada

$257 / set

Vintage Set of 3 Animal Figurines Art Marble Inuit Canada

Located in Poperinge, BE

A vintage set of three animal figurines made from cultured marble (or resin colored to resemble marble), based on an original wood carving by Inuit artist Glenys Peach and produced b...

Category

Vintage 1980s Canadian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Scandinavian Bronze Figurine of Inuit Girl with Flowers, 1930s

$485

Scandinavian Bronze Figurine of Inuit Girl with Flowers, 1930s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Small stylized bronze sculpture depicting young Inuit girl collecting flowers. Designed and studio cast in Scandinavia in a style reminiscent of Karl Josef Hoffmann and Just Andersen...

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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Inuit Tupilak - Mythological Figurine in Carved Bone, Greenland 1930s

$565

Inuit Tupilak - Mythological Figurine in Carved Bone, Greenland 1930s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Unusual miniature Inuit Tupilak in hand-carved bone or tooth (5.2x2x3.5 cm). It depicts a cat-like mythological being/spirit. It has no signature or markings but in was brought home ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Greenlandic Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bone

Vintage Handcarved Signed Inuit Style Sculpture possible soapstone

$395

Vintage Handcarved Signed Inuit Style Sculpture possible soapstone

Located in Seattle, WA

RARE FOLK ART INUIT FIGURE. Nice patina throughout. Signed on the bottom.Vintage condition consistent with age as pictured.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Pair of Inuit Children on a Sledge Made of Soapstone

$200

Pair of Inuit Children on a Sledge Made of Soapstone

Located in København, Copenhagen

A pair of Inuit children on a sledge made of soapstone. Approximately: 1970/1980s. In good condition, signs of use. Sticker. Dimensions: L 8.0 x D 4.0 x H 8.5 cm.

Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Greenlandica. Hand Painted Unique Stoneware Figure, Inuit in Traditional Clothes

$240

Greenlandica. Hand Painted Unique Stoneware Figure, Inuit in Traditional Clothes

Located in København, Copenhagen

Greenlandica. Hand painted unique stoneware figure. Inuit in traditional hunting clothes. circa. 1970s. In perfect condition. Signed illegibly. Dimensions: W 9.0 x H 20.5 cm.

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Vintage 1970s Greenlandic Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Pitseolak AshoonaBirds Beast and Caribou, 1968

$1,350

Birds Beast and Caribou

By Pitseolak Ashoona

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pitseolak is recognized as one of the first Inuit artists to create autobiographical works. Her art contained images of traditional Inuit life and contributed to the establishment of...

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Other Medium

Pitseolak AshoonaLunik House, 1971

$1,550

Lunik House

By Pitseolak Ashoona

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pitseolak is recognized as one of the first Inuit artists to create autobiographical works. Her art contained images of traditional Inuit life and contributed to the establishment of...

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Other Medium

Greenlandica, Five Figures, Polar Bear, Seal and Three Inuits, Mid-20th Century

$300 / set

Greenlandica, Five Figures, Polar Bear, Seal and Three Inuits, Mid-20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Greenlandica, five figures. Polar bear, seal and three Inuits. Four figurines in soapstone and a ceramic piggy bank (polar bear). Mid-20th century. In good condition. All figures ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Greenlandic Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Statue of a Woman

$6,500

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Statue of a Woman

By Amedeo Modigliani

Located in Redding, CT

In the style of Modigliani or Inuit Folk Art. This item can easily be professionally packaged and parcel shipped for under $100.

Category

Vintage 1950s Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Cement

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Inuit Art For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of inuit art on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, soapstone and bone. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect piece of inuit art — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An item from our selection of inuit art is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in folk art, Art Deco and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. Inuit, Native American Art and Eskimo each produced at least one beautiful choice in our collection of inuit art that is worth considering.

How Much is a Inuit Art?

The average selling price for a piece of inuit art at 1stDibs is $949, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $195,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About Inuit Art

What kind of art did the Inuit make?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Early Inuit art focused on using found items or materials that were handy. Their original artworks were also often practical—noted for their skill in textiles wear and warmth. They made small carved sculptures as children’s toys. Their functional, daily items were often works of art. Shop a selection of Inuit carvings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
What are the three main periods of Inuit art?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The three main periods of Inuit art are often defined as pre-Historic (pre-1770), Historic (1770-1949), and contemporary (1949-present). Intricate and beautiful Inuit carvings, often made of soapstone today, are highly prized by collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Inuit art from some of the world’s top art dealers.
What is the Inuit art style?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The Intuit art style describes the artwork produced by indigenous people from the Arctic region. Inuit art is largely handmade and includes sculptures, masks, handicrafts and prints. Shop a collection of Inuit art from top artists and sellers on 1stDibs.