#259 • Michael E. Scott Whalebone Salmon Sculpture on Stone & Wood Base

Part of November 2026 Discovery Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

Starting at $5.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Nov 1, 2026 7:26 PM AKST

Category: Art

A carved salmon by Michael E. Scott mounted on a rough pink stone support and an oval wood base, with incised fins and gill details and contrasting inlaid eyes. The stone is inscribed MES 1991. The salmon is carved from porous whalebone with ivory and baleen eye inlays. The carving shows pores, surface fissures and worn edges, and the stone and wood base show chips, scuffs and discoloration. Felt covers the underside. Overall dimensions are approximately 8 inches long by 2.5 inches deep by 5 inches high.