#8 • Walrus Ivory Polar Bear Figurine - Leroy Seppilu

Part of August 2026 Curiosities Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $400.00

Status: Sold

Category: Ethnographic Objects

A walrus ivory figurine carved to depict a polar bear mid stride signed on the underside of the hind paws by Yup'ik artist Leroy Seppilu (20th/21st Century) from Savoonga, St. Lawrence Island, Alaska. The figurine features intricately incised fur, ink detailing, and painted mouth and it measures approximately 6.5" x 2" x 2.5" tall.