#62 • Walrus Tusk Sled Dog Team on Baleen - David Seppilu

Part of Collection of Arthur Gross Day 1 (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $350.00

Status: Sold

Category: Figural Carvings

A musher, carved from walrus tusk and accented with scrimshaw details and seal fur upon his parka; dogs are similarly accented with scrimshaw details and black corded harnesses; the sled holds assorted provisions and supplies. Figures are all affixed to a thick slice of baleen, and although unsigned is remarkably similar to the work of Iñupiat artist David Seppilu of Savoonga, St. Lawrence Island, Alaska. Measures approximately 5.5" x 1.5".