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Greenlandica, tupilak in soapstone. Greenland mid-20th century.
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Greenlandica, Tupilak.
Traditional, magic Greenlandic figurine carved in soapstone.
Greenland mid-20th century.
In good condition, with damage to the base (see photo).
Dimensions: H 12.8 cm x W 5.5 cm.
Soapstone - also known as Steatite - is a metamorphic rock that consists primarily of talc.
- Dimensions:Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Diameter: 1.97 in (5 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th C.
- Condition:Minor structural damages.
- Seller Location:Copenhagen, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1041236243452

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