#80 • Walrus Ivory & Jawbone Sled Dog Diorama - David Seppilu

Part of November 2025 Ethnographic Art Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $550.00

Status: Sold

Category: Dioramas

A striking walrus tusk and bone carving depicting a dog sled team in motion, with five walrus ivory dogs pulling a fur-collared musher. The team is mounted on a large jawbone base featuring scrimshaw designs of orca whales and fish along the side. Signed on the end by Iñupiat artist David Seppilu of Savoonga, St. Lawrence Island, Alaska. Measures approximately 11" x 3.5" x 4.25" tall.