#31a • Inukshuk Figure, Soapstone Walrus & More - Earl Paniptchuk & Others

Part of March 2026 Fantastic Finds Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $15.00

Status: Sold

Category: Ethnographic Objects

An Inukshuk figure, carved from stone, plus a stone walrus figure marked on the underside by Alaska artist Earl Paniptchuk, and a pair of stone and wood slabs as shown. An informational sheet about the meaning of "inukshuk" in included. One of the stone slabs has a partial sticker that references a Yup'ik basket and Paniyak, likely referring to Ursula or another member of the prolific basket-making family. The rock piece has some damage as photographed, and measures approximately 5" x 1.5" x 7" tall when carefully assembled.