#12 • A Large Florence Malewotkuk Ink Drawing on Stretched Hide

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

High bid $1,700.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art

An ink drawing of four polar bears on an icy landscape by celebrated Yup'ik artist Florence Nupok Malewotkuk (1906-1971), done on stretched hide, and signed and dated 1966 at the lower right. Malewotkuk developed an early interest in drawing, and at the age of seven she was already known in school as a "picture maker." Recognizing the documentary value of her depictions of traditional Yup'ik ways, Malewotkuk was commissioned by the University of Alaska in Fairbanks to create thirteen pictures for them. Later, a popular series of her works was reproduced by Bering Sea Originals on placemats, glasses, and note paper products. This framed original seal hide measures approximately 41.75" x 61.75" overall, while the drawing itself measures approximately 56.5" x 38.5". Note Regarding Shipping Services: This item is exceptionally large and/or heavy, and may require custom boxing or crating depending on the intended destination and available carrier services. For more information prior to bidding, please email us at Shipping@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com or call/text us at 907.570.7050.