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Soapstone Bear

Greenlandica, Figurine of a Polar Bear Carved in Soapstone, Approx. 1960-1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Greenlandica, figurine of a polar bear carved in soapstone. Approx. 1960-1970s. In good condition
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Vintage 1960s Greenlandic Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

"Eagle & Bear, " Green Brazilian Soapstone by William Skye
By William Skye
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Eagle & Bear" is an original green Brazilian soapstone sculpture by Native American carver William
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Early 2000s Tribal Sculptures

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Stone

"Eagle & Bear, " Carved Yellow Speckled Brazilian Soapstone signed by Leroy Henry
By Leroy Henry
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Eagle & Bear" is an original yellow speckled Brazilian soapstone sculpture by Leroy Henry. The
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Early 2000s Sculptures

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Stone

Inuit Sculpture, Bear Attacking Walrus
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A whimsical large Inuit Eskimo carving in soapstone of a Bear holding a rock to throw at 2 Walrus
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20th Century Canadian Native American Objects

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Soapstone

Greenlandica, Five Figures, Polar Bear, Seal and Three Inuits, Mid-20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Greenlandica, five figures. Polar bear, seal and three Inuits. Four figurines in soapstone and a
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Mid-20th Century Greenlandic Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Soapstone

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Greenlandica, small sculpture in soapstone. Polar bear and hunter.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Greenlandica, small sculpture in soapstone. Polar bear and hunter. Greenland mid-20th century. In
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Mid-20th Century Greenlandic Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Modern Abstract Soapstone Sculpture in Head Form
Located in Astoria, NY
Modern "Abstract head," carved soapstone sculpture, bears illegible signature near bottom "___berg
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Soapstone

Set of Three Museum of Modern Art Polar Bear Sculptures by Francois Pompon
By MOMA Museum New York, François Pompon
Located in Palm Springs, CA
the modern Polar Bear, done 1st for the Paris Art Deco exhibition in Paris, 1925. It has been made at
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Inuit Soapstone Polar Bear Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Inuit soapstone polar bear sculpture.
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20th Century Canadian Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Inuit Soapstone Dancing Bear by Harry Ikalukjuak
By Harry Iqalukjuak
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Inuit soapstone "Dancing Bear" by Harry Ikalukjuak, signed on the bottom of the base. The
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20th Century Canadian Native American Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Greenlandica, SP, Greenlandic artist. Sculpture in soapstone. Two polar bears.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Greenlandica, SP, Greenlandic artist. Sculpture in soapstone. Two polar bears In good condition
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20th Century Greenlandic Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

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Soapstone

Kiawak Ashoona Signed Inuit Soapstone Sculpture of a Dancing or Rearing Bear
By Kiugak (Kiawak) Ashoona
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
period Inuit style. The sculpture is composed of a green soapstone with gold and black striations and
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Native American Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Dancing Bear
By Enouk Manomie
Located in Montreal, QC
Soapstone dancing bear from Enook Manomie
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Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

Dancing Bear
Dancing Bear
H 20.5 in W 10 in D 8 in

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Inuit Native American Eskimo Signed Stone Carved Walrus Sculpture
By Native American Art
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful soapstone carving of a walrus by the indigenous Inuit People who inhabit parts of the arctic regions of Greenland, Canada, and Alaska. Signed ("E.Y.") and numbered/dat...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Native American Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Inuit Soapstone Seal Hunter
Located in Mexico City, MX
A Inuit carved dark green soapstone seal hunter. The sculpture is signed and dated 1974 on the bottom by an unidentified artist.
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Inuit Soapstone Seal Hunter
Inuit Soapstone Seal Hunter
H 8.67 in W 8.08 in D 4.34 in
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Soapstone Bear For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the soapstone bear you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each soapstone bear for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, soapstone and metal. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer soapstone bear, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each soapstone bear bearing folk art or modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one soapstone bear that is appealing in its simplicity, but Kiugak (Kiawak) Ashoona and Albert Paley produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Soapstone Bear?

A soapstone bear can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,700, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $42,800.