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Midcentury Carved Inuit TOTEM in Birch with Circular Mother-of-Pearl Inlay

$1,245
£943.74
€1,101.91
CA$1,743.89
A$1,963.05
CHF 1,038.68
MX$24,349.28
NOK 12,832.14
SEK 12,272.81
DKK 8,220.82
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About the Item

This handcrafted birchwood totem offers a stylized depiction of an inuit man. The facial features, consistent with native carving of this region, recall the style of Japanese kabuki masks. The sculpture has a circular mother-of-pearl inlay in its center and rests on a stone base. It is inscribed on the bottom of the base "Joe Hamilton." This would be a winning acquisition for any collector of Native American/tribal art, or for someone simply looking for a compelling decorative object. Excellent condition. American, circa 1965 Dimensions: 22.5" H X 6.5" W X 5" D.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Birch,Mother-of-Pearl,Stone
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1965
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU79349208491

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