Large Inuit soapstone sculpture of a walrus with tusks, the soapstone is in a large-scale size and quite heavy, the tusks are made from a walrus. The figure measures 12″ inches wide x 6 1/2″ inches high x 4″ inches deep.
The carving is done by and signed by Kopapek, disc. number E 7.837, for Ragee Kupapik, please see bottom pic.
The carving is done by and signed by Kopapek, disc. number E 7.837, for Ragee Kupapik, please see bottom pic.
Note: Spelling difference in the name is from Inuit to English.
First name: Kuppapik
Last name: Ragee
Community: Kingnait
Sex: M
Disc number: E7837
Date born: 01/01/1931.
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Creator:Ragee Kuppapik(Sculptor)
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Dimensions:Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
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Style:Native American(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:Soapstone
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Place of Origin:Canada
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Period:Mid-20th Century
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1950s-1960s
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Ottawa, CA
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Reference Number:Seller: LU141727316503
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