#9 • Walrus Tusk & Baleen Polar Bear w/ Salmon - Aningayou

Part of Collection of Arthur Gross Day 2 (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $475.00

Status: Sold

Category: Figural Carvings

A walrus tusk carved and incised polar bear figurine with inset baleen claws and a tusk salmon within its mouth. Mounted upon a slice of walrus tusk, and signed on the underside by a member of the prolific Aningayou family of Yup'ik carvers from St. Lawrence Island, Alaska. Head has a small bit of surface wear as shown. Measures approximately 3" x 2" x 4" tall.