#26 • Soapstone Whale, Bone Cribbage Board & Wooden Plaque

Part of August 2025 Curiosities Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $ 100.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art

Polished soapstone carving of a bowhead whale labeled "Bowhead Alaska" on the base, with green felt pads for protection, plus a piece of partially fossilized whale bone carved into the shape of a whale and repurposed as a cribbage board by Alaskan/Russian artist Andrei Vasseko (b.1964). Also includes a decorative wooden plaque featuring a whale and calf motif, cut in relief over a textured blue background. Largest item measures approximately 12.75" x 1.75" x 1.25" thick.