Carvings from Alaska, primarily made from walrus, mammoth, or mastodon tusk. Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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E Tocktoo Whalebone Drummer
Carvings$425.00E Tocktoo Whalebone Drummer
A lovely, squat, drumming figure carved from whalebone with touches of ivory. The drum is an especially interesting piece of bone.
8 1/4 inches high x 4 1/4 inches wide x 4 1/2 inches deep.
Comes with Alaskan Silver Hand sticker. Signed E. Tocktoo, likely Edward Tocktoo of Shishmaref, Alaska.
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Eldon Boolowon Ivory Bowhead Whale
Carvings$395.00Eldon Boolowon Ivory Bowhead Whale
A handsome bowhead whale carved from fresh ivory by Alaskan Eskimo artist Eldon Boolowon. The artist mounted the whale on a baleen base with a graceful curve, creating the illusion of the whale swimming into an ocean wave.
Whale is 3 3/4 in. long x 1 1/4 in. wide 1 1/4 in. high; whale and base combined are 5 in. long x 2 3/4 in. wide x 2 in. high
c. 4th quarter of the 20th century
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Harry Koozata Ivory Bowhead Whale
Carvings$375.00Harry Koozata Ivory Bowhead Whale
A handsome bowhead whale carved from fresh ivory by Savoonga artist Harry Koozata.
4 1/4 in. long x 1 3/4 in.wide 1 1/4 in. high
c. 4th quarter of the 20th century
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Vintage Ivory Scrimshaw Bird
Carvings$210.00Vintage Ivory Scrimshaw Bird
A delicate bird with black feet and orange beak with delicate scrimshaw feather patterns on its back and wings.
c. 2nd to 3rd qtr. 20th century
1 in. high x 3/8 in. wide x 5/8 in. deep
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Vintage Ivory Scrimshaw Seal
Carvings$160.00Vintage Ivory Scrimshaw Seal
A vintage seal, carved from walrus tusk, with scrimshaw around the eyes and forehead, as well as claws. We do not know what kind of seal is represented by the marks around the eyes: perhaps a baby harp seal.
c. 3rd qtr. 20th century; unsigned
1 3/4 in. long x 3/4 in. wide x 3/4 in. high
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Larry Aningayou ivory walrus
Carvings$275.00Larry Aningayou ivory walrus
A chubby fellow carved from the core of a walrus tusk, which gives it the look of oatmeal. Scrimshawed features, some of them worn. Tusks are likely real walrus whiskers.
c. 3rd to 4th qtr. 20th century
Signed on base.
3 inches long x 2 1/8 inches wide x 1 5/8 inches high
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Vintage Ivory Scrimshaw Goose
Carvings$230.00Vintage Ivory Scrimshaw Goose
A vintage goose, carved from walrus tusk, with orange beak and feet. Light scrimshaw feathers on wings.
c. 2nd to 3rd qtr. 20th century; expected wear on orange ink.
1 3/4 in. high x 1 3/4 in. wide x 3/4 in. deep
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Ivory Ice Floe Seals
Carvings$340.00Ivory Ice Floe Seals
Two seals carved from beautifully colored old ivory, resting on an ice floe. The ice floe is likely made from an ancient sled runner.
While the ivory is old, this carving is recent. c. 4 quarter 20th century or 1st quarter 21st century
Unsigned.
7 1/2 inches long x 1 1/2 inches wide x 1 3/8 inches high
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Lewis Iyakitan Whalebone Walrus
Carvings$395.00Lewis Iyakitan Whalebone Walrus
A charming carving of a resting walrus by Eskimo artist Lewis Iyakitan. The walrus is portrayed with minimalist features. A plump and pleasing sculpture.
Materials: whalebone, walrus tusk, baleen (inlaid eyes).
5 1/4 inches long x 3 1/4 inches wide x 4 inches high.
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Lincoln Milligrock Ivory Sled Dog Team Bracelet
Jewelry, Carvings$475.00Lincoln Milligrock Ivory Sled Dog Team Bracelet
Lincoln Milligrock, Inupiaq artist from Little Diomede Island (1931 – 2010) was one of the last makers of carved animal bracelets. Most other bracelets of his we have encountered have featured sea mammals. This one features an entire sled dog team, including the sled and driver, four pairs of dogs pulling together, and the single lead dog.
Recently strung on new elastic, the bracelet has an inside circumference of about 6 1/4 inches. It is approximately 3/8 inch wide. The animals are carved from fresh ivory and adorned with small scrimshaw details. The darker pieces are cross sections of old ivory, which contrast nicely with the white fresh ivory.
While the artist was carving into the 21st century, we believe this bracelet dates to the 3rd or 4th quarter of the 20th century. Because the signature differs from later work of his, we believe this is an early piece. We continue to do research on it.
Please note that products containing ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York, New Jersey, or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Norbert Thomas Ivory Crab
Carvings$450.00Norbert Thomas Ivory Crab
Crabs carved from walrus tusk by Alaskan Eskimos are not unheard of, but they are uncommon. This crab was carved with a realistic, bumpy shell that would have taken many hours to complete.
c. 4 qtr. 20th century
Signed Norbert Thomas “Nome”; our research found a Norman Thomas from Nome who was born around 1950.
8 in. wide x 5 1/2 in. deep x 2 1/2 in. high. Legs are attached with wire pegs.
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Vintage Ivory Primitive Bear
Carvings$325.00Vintage Ivory Primitive Bear
A standing bear carved from walrus tusk. Simply carved, arms held out front rigid as a Bernard Langlois sculpture. Scrimshaw claws and facial features.
c. 2nd to 3rd qtr. 20th century
3 1/2 in. high x 3/4 in. wide x 1 1/2 in. deep
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Vintage Ivory Standing Bear
Carvings$350.00Vintage Ivory Standing Bear
A standing bear carved from marine mammal ivory. Simply carved, yet expressive. Scrimshaw claws and facial features.
c. 3rd qtr. 20th century
3 in. high x 1 1/2 in. wide x 1 1/4 in. deep
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Vintage Ivory Bracelet – Separately Carved Animals
Jewelry, Carvings$575.00Vintage Ivory Bracelet – Separately Carved Animals
This is an exceptional bracelet, with a feature that is unlike any that we have seen or sold: each animal was carved separately and attached to the base with a tiny screw. The animals (two walrus, two seals, and two sled dogs) are beautifully carved, with black and red ink scrimshaw. The coup de grace among them is a wonderful, stately walrus, laying on its back.
The color variations in the old ivory contrast nicely with the new ivory plates and animals
c. 3rd qtr. 20th century
The bracelet is strung with elastic cord which appears to be recently replaced. It will fit wrists of up to approximately 7 inches in circumference. The bracelet is 5/8 inch wide.
Please note that products containing ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York, New Jersey, or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Vintage Ivory Goose
Carvings$190.00A standing goose with an elegant upward curved neck. Scrimshaw eyes
c. 3rd qtr. 20th century; expected wear
1 1/2 in. high x 1/2 in. wide x 1 3/8 in. deep
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Vintage Ivory Puffin
Carvings$210.00Vintage Ivory Puffin
A brightly colored puffin with scrimshaw orange beak and feet; exquisite scrimshaw feathers on its wings.
c. 2nd to 3rd qtr. 20th century; expected wear
1 1/8 in. high x 7/16 in. wide x 3/4 in. deep
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Vintage Ivory Tall Bird
Carvings$190.00Vintage Ivory Tall Bird
A tall bird with black feet and short black beak with scrimshaw feathers on its wings.
c. 2nd to 3rd qtr. 20th century
1 3/4 in. high x 3/8 in. wide x 1/2 in. deep
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Charles Kokuluk Pintail Duck
Carvings$275.00Charles Kokuluk Pintail Duck
An elegantly carved and colored (scrimshaw) pintail duck with beautiful features.
Signed and dated 4-2008
3 3/8 in. long x 1 in. high x 5/8 in. wide.
Al Mayac Ivory Bufflehead Duck
Carvings$275.00Al Mayac Ivory Bufflehead Duck
A flying bufflehead duck by Inupiaq artist Al Mayac, of the respected Mayac family of ivory carvers. The contrasts in the carving’s colors presents a sharp contrast with the natural white walrus tusk. Depicted in flight, the duck is supported on a base.
Date is unknown, but it is c. late 20th or early 21st century.
3 1/2 in. long x 1 5/8 in. high x 1 1/2 in. wide.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Fred Mayac Ivory Loon
Carvings$275.00Fred Mayac Ivory Loon
A meticulously carved and scrimshawed ivory common loon by Inupiaq artist Fred Mayac, of the respected Mayac family of ivory carvers. Beautiful detail, including red eyes.
Dated 5-93
3 in. long x 1 1/4 in. high x 1 in. wide
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Whale Bone Drummer
Sculpture, Carvings, Premium$1,200.00Whale Bone Drummer
This is an exquisite sculpture that uses the texture of whale bone to the fullest. The contrast between the smooth whitish, shiny parts and the darker, more colorful porous parts is very interesting. The pose is very dynamic, creating and releasing energy to spare.
Because of marine mammal protection laws, this sculpture can only be shipped to a United States address.
14 in. high x 5 in. wide x 5 in. deep; all measures include the base.
Vintage Owl on Bone Nest
Carvings$325.00Vintage Owl on Bone Nest
A powerful owl with scrimshaw feathers, carved from walrus tusk (ivory). Porous bone nest holds four ivory eggs. Likely early 3rd quarter 20th century.
5 1/8 in. high x 3 3/4 in. wide x 2 3/4 in. deep, including base; owl is 2 7/16 in. high x 1 3/8 in. wide x 1 in. deep
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Al Mayac Flying Canvasback Duck
Carvings$275.00Al Mayac Flying Canvasback Duck
A flying canvasback duck by Inupiaq artist Al Mayac, of the respected Mayac family of ivory carvers. The rich brown color of the neck contrasts beautifully with the white body and black legs. Depicted in flight, the duck is supported on a base.
Date is unknown, but it is c. late 20th or early 21st century.
3 1/2 in. long x 1 3/8 in. high x 1 in. wide.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Charles Kokuluk Sandhill Crane
Carvings$450.00Charles Kokuluk Sandhill Crane
A beautifully carved and colored (scrimshaw) sandhill crane, with rich brown body feathers, red cap and yellow eye.
Carved and signed 8 – 2009
3 1/2 in. high x 1 7/8 in. deepx 1 5/8 in. wide at base.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Vintage Eskimo Ivory Fish Fork
Carvings$120.00Vintage Eskimo Ivory Fish Fork
This item is a throwback to the days when tourists bought novelty items carved by Alaskan Eskimo artists. Based on the style, believe this fish fork was carved by Thomas Pushruk, but we do not have documented provenance.
5 1/16 in. long x 1/2 in. wide x 1/16 in. thick.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Ivory Bowhead Whale
Carvings$525.00Ivory Bowhead Whale
Made c. 4th quarter of the 20th century, this whale was carved from an exquisitely colored piece of old walrus tusk.
5 3/8 in. long x 2 3/4 in. high 1 1/8 in. wide
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Vintage Eskimo Ivory Swan
Carvings$245.00Vintage Eskimo Ivory Swan
A flying swan, Delicately carved from old ivory with scrimshawed eyes and wing markings.
C. 3rd quarter twentieth century
1 1/2 in. long x 2 in. wide x 3 1/4 in. high, including base.
Because of ivory trading regulations, this item can not be shipped to California, New Jersey, or to any country other than the United States.
Sam Dimmick Wildlife Sculpture
Sculpture, Carvings, Premium$1,800.00Sam Dimmick Wildlife Sculpture
A powerful sculpture depicting a bowhead whale and an eagle, two icons of Alaskan wildlife. The whale is carved in the round, while the eagle is carved in relief into the surface of a large whale bone. The details in the animals are exquisite.
The wooden base is inlaid with small disks of walrus tusk, and includes the organic shapes of a burl in one corner – call 207 967-2122 for additional photos.
Because of marine mammal protection laws, this sculpture can only be shipped to a United States address.
25 1/2 in. high x 13 1/2 in. wide x 6 in. deep; all measures include the base.
Arnold Olanna Scrimshaw Tusk
Carvings$1,100.00Arnold Olanna Scrimshaw Tusk
This walrus tusk is adorned with native Alaskan animals in scrimshaw: a bald eagle, a snowy owl, an arctic bird (willow ptarmigan?) a golden eagle, and a pair of geese.. There are two inlaid baleen circles, and there is a hole on the reverse side where the tusk appears to have been attached to something.
13 1/2 in. long x 2 1/2 in. wide x 1 in. deep
Because of ivory trading regulations, this item can not be shipped to California, New Jersey, or any country other than the United States.
Vintage Eskimo Ivory Ptarmigan
Carvings$240.00Vintage Eskimo Ivory Ptarmigan
A ptarmigan simple in design, but elegant in presentation.
2 3/8 in. high x 1 1/4 in. wide x 1 3/4 in. deep
Because of ivory trading regulations, this item can only be shipped to a U.S. address.
Ivory drummer transformation
Alaskan Art, Carvings$1,100.00A beautifully carved transformation from talented Inupiaq artist Levi Tetpon. Human drummer with a whale tail. Walrus tusk is with inlaid baleen. Dynamic pose, delicate features, fine carving, and precise inlay make this a terrific piece!
6 3/4″ x 2 1/4″ x 1 3/4″ d
Because of marine mammal protection laws, this item can only be shipped within the United States.
Vintage ivory figure with scrimshaw
Alaskan Art, Carvings$575.00Max Ungarook was an Inupiat from Barrow, Alaska. This vintage female figure, which probably dates from the 1950’s or 1960’s is carved from a whale tooth. Delicate scrimshaw adds life to the carving.
The woman was originally holding something, which has been long lost.
2 1/4″ h x 1 3/4″ w x 1″ d
Miniature Ivory Snow Goggles
Alaskan Art, Carvings$300.00Glenda McKay is an Athabascan artist from Alaska who learned wilderness survival skills, plus sewing and beading from her grandmothers and aunts. She puts all those skills to work in her extremely detailed dolls and carvings.
These snow goggles are an example of an accessory that the artist makes for her dolls. They are carved from fossil walrus tusk and have sinew straps.
7/16″ x 1/8″
Athabascan Mountain Spirit Mask
Alaskan Art, Carvings$750.00Glenda McKay is an Athabascan artist from Alaska who learned wilderness survival skills, plus sewing and beading from her grandmothers and aunts. She puts all those skills to work in her extremely detailed dolls and carvings.
This is a miniature Athabascan Mountain Spirit Mask; shaman wore masks similar to this one to pray to the “game gods” for a plentiful hunt and safe journey for the hunters.
Carved from white walrus ivory, with spruce hen feathers, caribou sinew; # 11 and # 14 glass beads.
2 1/2″ h x 1 1/8″ wide, including feathers.
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Roy Weyiounna Two Sided Whalebone Dancer
Carvings, Sculpture, Premium$750.00Roy Weyiounna Two Sided Whalebone Dancer
An exquisite whalebone sculpture with a dancer facing front and another facing back. Old ivory inlay faces and animal sleeves.
Dimensions to be added later.
Please note that products containing ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York, New Jersey, or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
If you are interested in having this product shipped outside the United States, please call 207 967-2122 to discuss permit requirements.
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Charles Kokuluk Longtail Duck
Carvings$275.00Charles Kokuluk Longtail Duck
An elegantly carved and colored (scrimshaw) longtail duck with beautiful features.
Signed and dated 4-2008
3 1/2 in. long x 7/8 in. high x 3/4 in. wide.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
If you are interested in having this product shipped outside the United States, please call 207 967-2122 to discuss permit requirements.
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Warren Kakoona Spotted Seal
Carvings$595.00Warren Kakoona Spotted Seal
This spotted seal carved from walrus tusk is both inlaid with baleen and scrimshawed to represents the many spots of a spotted seal. It is a chunky seal with no lack of blubber. Mounted on a base of “fossil” ivory.
Signed Warren Kakoona, Brevig Mission, AK.
Seal is 4 3/8 in. long x 2 in. wide x 1 1/4 in. high. Including the base, dimensions are 7 1/4 in. long x 3 in. wide x 2 in. high.
Because of ivory trading regulations, this item can not be shipped to California, New Jersey, or any country other than the United States.
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Vintage Eskimo Ivory Walrus
Carvings$350.00Vintage Eskimo Ivory Walrus
A beautiful ivory walrus emerging from the raw walrus tusk. Unsigned, this probably dates to before 1960. Scrimshaw eyes, nostrils, whiskers, nails.
4 in. high x 1 1/2 in. 1 1/2 in.
Because of ivory trading regulations, this item can only be shipped to a U.S. address.
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Vintage Eskimo Ivory Bear/seal
Carvings$325.00Vintage Eskimo Ivory Bear/seal
This is a well-carved vintage walrus tusk carving of a bear and its captive seal. Barely visible in the photos are the two layers of the tusk, one white and more buttery. Beautifully textured fur and details such as teeth.
3 in. long x 1 1/2 in. high x 1 1/4 in. wide
Because of ivory trading regulations, this item can only be shipped to a U.S. address.
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Paul Jackson Bowhead Whale
Carvings$250.00Paul Jackson Bowhead Whale
A lean bowhead whale carved from walrus tusk, and mounted on a base of old ivory. Black scrimshaw delineates the blow holes, mouth, and eyes.
The original owner of this vintage item taped a piece of paper on the bottom of the base with the artist’s name and location. Paul Jackson lived from 1924 to 1988.
4 1/2″ L x 3/4″ H x 1″ W; 2″ H w/base
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Barbara Kagassagoon Seal
Carvings$275.00Barbara Kagassagoon Seal
A carving of a seal in action, fish in mouth to feed itself or its young. Seal is nicely carved, and is mounted on an old piece of ivory, likely an ancient sled runner. Delicately done scrimshaw on mouth, eyebrows, eyes, snout, and whiskers.
Seal is 2 3/4″ L x 1″ W x 5/8″ W; 4 1/8″ L x 1 1/4″ H with base
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Bert Oozevaseuk Bowhead Whale
Carvings$295.00Bert Oozevaseuk Bowhead Whale
Bert Oozevaseuk (1946 – 2004) was a respected ivory carver from the village of Gambell on St. Lawrence Island, Alaska. This bowhead whale is carved from walrus tusk with inlaid baleen eyes.
3″ l x 2″ h x 1 1/4″ w
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Clement Ungott Bowhead Whale
Carvings$450.00Clement Ungott Bowhead Whale
This bowhead whale, carved from walrus tusk with inlaid baleen eyes, is substantial in size.
In the last image, though difficult to see online, a small crack has opened along the brown line. Small in size, it does not require any special care except to be kept away from high heat.
4 1/4″ L x 1 1/2″ W x 1 1/4″ H
Signed and dated ’83.
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Vintage Eskimo Goose
Carvings$250.00Vintage Eskimo Goose
This goose, carved from walrus tusk, rests in a grass nest with sealskin bottom. In the nest are two small eggs. Dating from the last quarter of the 20th century, the goose is adorned with scrimshaw eyes, mouth, wing tips, and feet.
This is a very interesting period carving; the grass and sealskin nest are uncommon features among Alaskan Eskimo walrus tusk carvings.
1 1/2″ L x 1 1/2″ H x 5/8″ W
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Daniel Ungott Vintage Owl
Carvings$295.00Daniel Ungott Vintage Owl
Daniel Ungoot (1935 – 2002) was a respected carver from the village of Gambell, Alaska, St. Lawrence Island.
This vintage owl, carved from walrus tusk, is one of the largest owl carvings we have seen come from the Eskimo communities of Alaska. Beautiful form and fine scrimshaw feathers. Old ivory and baleen inlay eyes.
2 1/4″ H x 1″ W x 1 1/4″ D
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Daniel Iyakitan Vintage Goose
Carvings$525.00Daniel Iyakitan (1912 – 1995) was a respected carver from the village of Gambell, Alaska, St. Lawrence Island. This vintage goose, carved from walrus tusk, is one of the largest goose carvings we have seen. Beautiful form and fine scrimshaw eyes, feet, and beak.
3 3/4″ L x 3″ H x 1 1/2″ W
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Vintage ivory bear
Carvings$450.00A fine bear carved from ivory. The “Genuine Ivory Eskimo Made” label places it in the 1950’s or 1960’s, at the latest. Black scrimshaw in the snout, eyes, and claws. Red pigment in the mouth is another indication of age.
Very good condition, with expected wear in the scrimshaw.
3 1/4″ high x 2 3/4″ deep x 1 1/4″ wide
Because of marine mammal protection laws, this item can only be shipped within the United States.
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Vintage bone bear
Carvings$250.00This vintage bone bear was obtained in Alaska in 1977. The organic nature of the material is evident in the porosity as well as the open section which may have been a muscle connection.
Red pigmented tongue.
Comes with a wood base and glass dome.
3″ high x 1 3/4″ deep x 1 1/4″ wide
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Scrimshaw bowhead whale
Carvings$350.00This exquisite scrimshaw bowhead whale was purchased in 1967. While it may have been carved by an Alaskan Eskimo, we cannot readily identify it as such. As such, we cannot guarantee this item was made by an Eskimo.
The old walrus ivory is likely a broken piece of an ancient artifact, such as a sled runner. Ivory is 4 1/4″ x 1 1/4″. Attached wooden base is 6″ x 1 3/4″ d x 3/4″ high.
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Vintage ivory walrus with scrimshaw
Carvings$375.00A charming walrus carved from walrus tusk. The artist depicted the rolls of fat on the animal’s back.
3″ l x 2″ h x 2″ w
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Walrus tusk with scrimshaw
Carvings$1,400.00This walrus tusk was decorated with a hunting scene by Wilbur Walluk (1928 – 1968), an Inupiaq artist from Shishmaref. Walluk made detailed black and white drawings as well as scrimshaw items.
This tusk depicts a hunter with his sled dog team hunting a standing polar bear. On the reverse side is a kayak leaving camp. There is a hole near the center of the reverse side that probably held a stand at one time.
Tusk is approximately 15″ long; 1 3/4″ at its widest; 1 1/8″ at its deepest
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Vintage seal with eyelashes
Carvings$245.00This charming vintage seal from the 1960’s was carved from walrus tusk. Notice the scrimshaw eyes, eyelashes, mouth, ear openings, and claws.
2 7/8 l” x 1″ h x 3/4″ w
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Vintage goose
Carvings$225.00This is a vintage goose from the 1960’s, carved from walrus tusk. Beautiful form and fine scrimshaw eyes, feet, and beak. Minor wear of ink on tips of beak and feet.
1 1/2″ l x 2″ h x 7/8″ w
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Vintage beluga whale
Carvings$325.00This is a vintage beluga whale from the 1960’s, carved from walrus tusk. Scrimshaw mouth and eyes.
3 3/8 l” x 1 1/8 w” x 3/4″ h
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Woman with baby
Carvings$550.00A fine vintage walrus tusk, carved in a primitive style, of a woman with a child in her parka. Signed “J. Eningowuk, Shh AK” (Johnson Eningowuk, Shishmaref, Alaska).
Dating from the third quarter of the 20th century, the black and brown inks have worn in spots – signs of a well loved item.
4 1/2″ h x 1 3/8″ w x 1 7/8″ d
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Vintage ivory hunter with scrimshaw
Alaskan Art, Carvings$650.00Max Ungarook was an Inupiat from Barrow, Alaska. This vintage figure, which probably dates from the 1950’s or 1960’s is carved from a whale tooth. Delicate scrimshaw adds life to the carving.
The base of the carving shows the exterior of the tooth, which has some age to it, based on the darker color. The figure probably held a fishing implement in his hand, which now is left with an empty hole.
3 1/2″ h x 1 1/2″ w x 2″ d
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Vintage Ivory Bear Family
Carvings$320.00Vintage Ivory Bear Family
A charming bear family carved around the 3rd quarter of the 20th century from walrus tusk and mounted on a bone base. Scrimshaw facial features and claws.
Note that a wide crack on the mother bear’s front left leg has been filled to protect it from further damage. The price has been discounted to account for this.
2 1/8 in. high x 2 3/8 in. wide x 2 3/4 in. long
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
If you are interested in having this product shipped outside the United States, please call 207 967-2122 to discuss permit requirements.
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Vintage Ivory Puffin
Carvings$240.00Vintage Ivory Puffin
A puffin carved around the 3rd quarter of the 20th century from walrus tusk. Wear shows in one of the scrimshawed eyes.
2 1/2 in. high x 7/8 in. wide x 1 in. 1 3/4 in. deep
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
If you are interested in having this product shipped outside the United States, please call 207 967-2122 to discuss permit requirements.
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Vintage Ivory Scrimshaw Goose
Carvings$125.00Vintage Ivory Scrimshaw Goose
A graceful goose carved from walrus tusk with scrimshaw feathers; beak and feet are tinted orange. * Note that the beak has recently been replaced, as it had been damaged.
c. 3rd quarter 20th century
5 1/8 in. high x 1 in. wide x 1 1/4 in. deep
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Fred Mayac Common Loon Carving
Carvings$275.00Fred Mayac Common Loon Carving
A meticulously carved and scrimshawed ivory common loon by Inupiaq artist Fred Mayac, of the respected Mayac family of ivory carvers. Beautiful detail, including red eyes.
Dated 5-94
3 1/4 in. long x 7/8 in. high x 1 in. wide
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Al Mayac Flying Puffin
Carvings$295.00Al Mayac Flying Puffin
A beautifully colored flying puffin by Inupiaq artist Al Mayac, of the respected Mayac family of ivory carvers. Depicted in flight, the puffin is supported on a base.
Date is unknown, but it is c. late 20th, early 21st century.
3 1/2 in. long x 1 7/16 in. high x 1 in. wide at base.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Antique Eskimo Ivory Seal Toggle
Jewelry, Carvings$160.00Antique Eskimo Ivory Seal Toggle
A charming ivory toggle, dating to the 19th century or earlier, representing a seal effigy. Primitively carved, showing marks of use and a beautiful patina of age.
1 5/8 in. long x 5/8 in. high x 3/8 in. w
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Punuk Eskimo Ivory Doll Torso
Carvings$250.00Punuk Eskimo Ivory Doll Torso
This ancient ivory carving has been identified by previous owners as Punuk, from the northern areas of North America, dating to approximately the 14th century. The face has a distinct line in the center, indicating facial characteristics with a minimum of detail, reminiscent of ancient figures from other parts of the world, as well as European images and sculptures from the early 20th century.
1 5/8 in. long x 3/8 in. wide x 3/16 in. deep
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Vintage Eskimo Artifact
Jewelry, Carvings$125.00Vintage Eskimo Artifact
This pointed artifact is seemingly carved from bone with a hollow base. The pointed tip is carefully carved with geometric shapes. This can be displayed as an artifact or worn as a necklace. We do not believe it was intended as a necklace, but rather as a tie or toggle of some sort. Either way, it presents an interesting case for discussion.
2 3/4 in. long x 3/8 in. at its widest point. A leather cord with sterling silver clasp will be included which we can customize for any length up to 22 inches. Or, we can leave the cord unfinished and let you customize it to any length you wish.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
If you are interested in having this product shipped outside the United States, please call 207 967-2122 to discuss permit requirements.
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Vintage Russian Dog Sled Team
Carvings$350.00Vintage Russian Dog Sled Team
A dog sled team carving mounted on a hard black base. The carving comes in a box with a label with Cyrillic writing, including a date of 1974. From our research, it appears that the carving was made in Russia from bone. The base is made from Ebonite or a similar dark, hard rubber material. The back of the carving is unfinished, showing the organic nature of the material, which appears to be bone.
Two caveats: we do not know if the carver was Siberian Yupik, or an indigenous person at all. We also suspect the carving was made from a template, because of the extreme evenness and symmetry of the features and details. Nevertheless, it is a very interesting and attractive carving.
8 1/2 in. long x 1 3/4 in. high; base is 5/8 in. deep, while carving is thinner.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic. Because of the unknown origin of the material in this carving, we will observe the laws applying to marine mammal components.
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Vintage Eskimo Ivory Seal Hunter
Carvings$190.00Vintage Eskimo Ivory Seal Hunter
An ivory composition featuring a hunter hauling a seal, c. 3rd quarter 20th century. Scrimshaw features on the hunter’s face and clothing. Nicely braided sinew holds the pieces together. Mounted on a base of bone.
3 1/4 in. long x 2 1/2 in. high x 3/4 in. wide
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
If you are interested in having this product shipped outside the United States, please call 207 967-2122 to discuss permit requirements.
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Vintage Eskimo Ivory Seal
Carvings$125.00Vintage Eskimo Ivory Seal
An ivory seal, c. 3rd quarter 20th century, with inlaid baleen eyes. It’s a cute one!
2 1/2 in. long x 1 5/8 in. high x 1 3/16 in. wide
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Vintage Ivory Doll Head
CarvingsVintage Ivory Doll Head
This head is said to have belonged to a doll at one point. With a hole in its head (perhaps not an uncommon situation these days), it probably was designed with a hat or a head of hair, long ago lost. This is a highly uncommon item, larger than any doll’s head we have seen, and carved with apparently Caucasian features.
C. early to mid 20th century.
2 5/8 in. high x 1 3/16 in. wide (at base) x 2 in. deep (at base).
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Six Ivory Seal Heads
Carvings$260.00Six Ivory Seal Heads
Made c. 3rd quarter of the 20th century, these six ivory seals by an unidentified artist were carved from a single piece of walrus tusk. All six seals are poking their heads out of the water at the same time.
Eyes are inlaid baleen; mouths and noses are scrimshawed.
3 1/2 in. long x 2 in. wide 1 1/2 in. high
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
If you are interested in having this product shipped outside the United States, please call 207 967-2122 to discuss permit requirements.
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Vintage Eskimo Ivory Seals
Carvings$425.00Vintage Eskimo Ivory Seals
Two ivory seals carved from walrus tusk and adorned with scrimshawed facial features. The seals are pegged to a large slab of ice (made from bone).
C. 3rd quarter twentieth century; Ivory cracks are typical of carvings of this age.
Seal 1 – 4 1/2 in. long x 1 3/8 in. wide x 1 1/8 in. high
Seal 1 – 4 1/4 in. long x 1 1/4 in. wide x 1 in. high
Base – 8 1/2 in. long x 6 in. x 1 1/4 in. high
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Archie Slwooko Ivory Walrus and Pup
Carvings$295.00Archie Slwooko Ivory Walrus and Pup
A charming carving of a walrus mother (heavily bearded) with her pup. Slwooko’s walruses have a distinctive style, captured here not only in the adult, but in the pup. Signed A.H.S.
C. 3rd – 4th quarter twentieth century
4 1/4 in. long x 2 1/4 in. wide x 1 3/8 in. high
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
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Antique Alaskan Eskimo Snuff Box
Carvings$575.00Antique Alaskan Eskimo Snuff Box
A delightful and unusual piece dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. Carved from a walrus tusk and decorated to look like a fishing basket, the box has a carved seal on the wooden cover. The wooden panel on the bottom is inscribed “Simpson Coll”.
The box has been restored with conservatory adhesive; the loop is new as well. With few of these items on the market, this is a rare find.
3 1/4 in. high x 2 1/2 in. x 1 1/2 in.
Please note that products containing any ivory or other marine mammal components cannot be shipped to New York or California. As of this writing, it is still legal to ship these products to all other states. Click here to see a brochure published by the U.S. Department of the Interior with more details on this topic.
If you are interested in having this product shipped outside the United States, please call 207 967-2122 to discuss permit requirements.