#86 • Large Soapstone Sculpture - Moose & Hunter Encounter

Part of November 2024 Treasure Trove Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $50.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art: Sculpture

A sizable soapstone sculptural narrative of an indomitable moose looking down at the audacious and surprised, if not alarmed, hunter whose unfortunate noose is around the moose's neck. The moose is outfitted with a set of carved antlers, and the hunter, holding a rod of baleen with wispy bristles. Sculpture is signed by the carver, as shown, and the whole placed on a beveled wood base. Measures approximately 10" x 6.75" x 15" tall.  Note: We define this lot as either very large, heavy, or awkward. Please come prepared during inventory pick-ups, we do not provide loadout assistance for items of this nature.