#77 • Nunivak Yup'ik Walrus Tusk Spirit Mask - John Growing

Part of September 2025 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $475.00

Status: Sold

Category: Ethnographic Objects

A Yup'ik spirit wheel sculpture featuring a carved walrus figure emerging through the central ring. The head, crafted from walrus tusk, is accented with scrimshaw facial features and vibrissae upon the muzzle. The surrounding ring supports four symmetrical walrus tusk flippers and other elements as shown. Attributed to "Uncle John" Growing from Nunivak Island, Alaska. Prepared for hanging with a rustic cord loop, the mask measures approximately 7.5" x 3.25" x 7.5" tall.