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Antique Inuit Eskimo Whalebone Mask w/ Walrus Ivory

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Two Vintage Inuit Carved Whalebone Masks: circa 1930-1940, one with inset walrus ivory eyes (8.5 in.), the second with inset mother of pearl eyes and fur surround (7.5 in.). Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com

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INUIT CARVED FIGURAL WHALEBONE FACE MASK, INLAID: Inuit whalebone mask, signed J K?????, illegible signature as pictured, carved face with inlaid eyes and smaller mask fitted in circular mouth, split to one eye, approx 10.75"l, 9.5"w, 1.75lbs Start P

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INUIT CARVED WHALEBONE SPIRIT MASK: Inuit carved whalebone spirit mask, slit eyes with defined nose and open mouth, approx 8"l, 6.5"w, 2"d, 2.25lbs Start Price: $100.00

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Antique 19th C Inuit Aleutian Wooden Mask: Antique 19th C Inuit Aleutian Wooden Mask. 9.5 inches H x 5.5 W.

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Antique 19th C Inuit Aleut Wood Carved Mask: Antique 19th C Inuit Aleut Wood Carved Mask. 12 Inches H X 6.5 W.

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Antique INUIT Mask - Alaska: Title: Antique INUIT Mask - Alaska Date/Period: Mid 20th century Origin: Alaska Dimension: 12 x 13.5 inches (including ends) - 427 grams Material: Wood, pigments and others Description: Beautiful Alas

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Antique Alaskan Native INUIT Mask - With CERTIFICATE: Title: Antique Alaskan Native INUIT Mask - With CERTIFICATE Date/Period: Early 20th century Origin: Alaska Dimension: 9.7 x 5 inches - 272 grams Material: Wood Additional Information: Early 20th centu

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Mid 20th Century Alaskan Native Inuit Walrus Mask: Title: Mid 20th Century Alaskan Native Inuit Walrus Mask Date/Period: Mid 20th Century Origin: Alaska Dimension: 10 x 7 inches - 430 grams Material: wood, pigments Additional Information: Superb Inuit

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Eskimo Mask by Peter Smith: Eskimo Mask by Peter Smith 37" W x 27H Please review all photos closely. The nonappearance of a condition report does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition, does not show wear due to age and u

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Eskimo Mask Anaktuvuk Pass, 1963, Made w/ Caribou & Goat Purchased In 1963 Mounted In Display: Mask 12" x 8", Display 19" x 14"

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Inuit Folk Style Mask: Authentic Inuit mask from collection of Inuit artwork, age unknown. Partial sticker on back as pictured. Measures 7" W x 10" H.

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Signed Stan Greene Inuit Mask & Raven Rattle: Signed Stan Greene Inuit Mask & Northwest Coast Raven. Together with other Haida Inuit Style Objects. Stan Greene mask is 12 1/4"h x 12"w x 5"d. Condition - some scratches and scuffs, some loss of pai

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Greenlandic Ammassalimiut Shaman Mask.: Late 19th c. Inuit, North West Coast hand carved wooden mask. Good w/ some wear consistent to age. Holes underneath ears and hole to upper left side of nose, all original to the age of the piece. Sze:

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SOUTHWESTERN ALASKAN YUPIK ESKIMO SHAMANS WOODEN MASK: A Southwestern Alaskan Yupik Eskimo shamans wooden mask. The Yupik Eskimo people of Southwestern Alaska have a rich cultural and spiritual heritage, and shamanic practices have played a vital role in

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Antique Inuit Eskimo Whalebone Mask w/ Walrus Ivory

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This is a Unique Inuit Eskimo Whalebone Mask with Walrus Ivory Teeth and Baleen Eyes. This piece measures approximately 8.25” x 7”. This Port Hope, Alaska, Carved Mask is truly a unique piece for any collector, and came down through the family of a local estate who has owned the collection since the 1920’s. Please view the photos to determine the quality and condition. Please Note: All items are sold As-is, Where-is, with no warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied. We DO NOT offer Returns or Exchanges. All sales are Final. We want you to be happy with your purchases, so please preview the items carefully before bidding.

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Antique Inuit Eskimo Whalebone Mask w/ Walrus Ivory

Name: Antique Inuit Eskimo Whalebone Mask w/ Walrus Ivory
SKU: 29815097
Price: 150 USD
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