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20th C. Canadian Inuit Soapstone Seal by Moshe Kelly

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20th C. Canadian Inuit Soapstone Seal by Moshe Kelly

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Description

**Originally Listed At $200**

Moshe Kelly (First Nations / Canadian, Inuit / Frobisher Bay / Iqaluit, Disc # E7-266, b. 1947). Seal. Soapstone carving, n.d. Signed with country on underside of base. A sweet soapstone sculpture of a seal propped up on his side. The blubbery mammal holds both flippers to his belly; the fleshy folds of his neck gently rippling as he attentively raises his head, turning to address the viewer with an adorable whiskered snout and petite eyes. Size: 2" L x 4.6" W x 3.9" H (5.1 cm x 11.7 cm x 9.9 cm)

Provenance: private Alamo, California, USA collection, before 2000

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Condition

Signed with country on underside of base. A few minor nicks and scratches, but otherwise intact and excellent with smooth surfaces and nice detail.

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20th C. Canadian Inuit Soapstone Seal by Moshe Kelly

Name: 20th C. Canadian Inuit Soapstone Seal by Moshe Kelly
SKU: 170634085
Price: 200 USD
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