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.

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.

Inuit Drum Art

Two Pre Inuit Thule Culture Bone Tool Handles

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Two carved bone tool Handles from the Pre-Inuit Thule Culture in all original condition. Probable

Antique 17th Century Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bone

Two Pre Inuit Thule Culture Bone Tool Handles

H 1.25 in W 4 in D 2.1 in

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Inuit Soapstone Sculpture of a Drum Dancer

Located in New York, NY

Inuit Soapstone Sculpture of a Drum Dancer. Provenance: From a 631 1st Avenue estate. Dealer

Late 20th Century Canadian Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Inuit Soapstone Sculpture of a Drum Dancer

H 22 in W 17 in D 6 in

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Questions About Inuit Drum Art

What is the Inuit art style?
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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.
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.