Lot 0219A

19th C. Eskimo Ivory Tool - Thunderbird Imagery

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19th C. Eskimo Ivory Tool - Thunderbird Imagery

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Description

Native American, St. Lawrence Island, Alaska, Eskimo, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A hand-carved walrus ivory tool, possibly a harpoon counterweight or a small breast yoke to help carry heavy packs, with openwork between the faces for weaving cord or sinew. The upper face is finely incised with an abstract avian visage flanked by wings, probably representing the revered Thunderbird. Size: 4.5" L x 1.625" W (11.4 cm x 4.1 cm)

Bidders should be aware of the changing laws regarding commercialization of ivory and other product containing endangered species both on the Federal and State levels. This lot will be accompanied by a signed affidavit from the client that this object was in the United States prior to January 18, 1990, and is to the best of their knowledge and ability made prior to February 26, 1976 in accordance with Federal law. Ivory cannot be shipped out of the United States or to New York or New Jersey, and will not be shipped to California after June 30, 2016.

Provenance: Ex-private Kentucky collection

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Condition

Stable fissures commensurate with age. Small old loss to tip of one wing. Nice patina.

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19th C. Eskimo Ivory Tool - Thunderbird Imagery

Name: 19th C. Eskimo Ivory Tool - Thunderbird Imagery
SKU: 50412702
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $700 - $900

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