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Carved Soapstone Sculpture of a Seated Inuit Holding a Bone Narwhal Tusk & Fish

About the Item

Carved Black Soapstone of Seated Inuit figure, holding a carved bone Narwhal tusk in one hand and a carved bone fish in the other.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Nantucket, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CA1521B1stDibs: LU903927330792

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