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Melvin Olanna (Inupiat, Shishmaref, 1936-1991) Wooden Walrus Sculpture, 1968

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Melvin Olanna (Inupiat, Shishmaref, 1936-1991) Wooden Walrus Sculpture, 1968

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Melvin Olanna
(Inupiat, Shishmaref, 1936-1991)
Wooden Walrus Sculpture, 1968

dated and signed Melvin Olanna on base

height 8 inches x length 14 inches x width 7-1/2 inches

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Melvin Olanna (Inupiat, Shishmaref, 1936-1991) Wooden Walrus Sculpture, 1968

Name: Melvin Olanna (Inupiat, Shishmaref, 1936-1991) Wooden Walrus Sculpture, 1968
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Price: 950 USD
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