6" Happy Muskox by Pits Qimirpik Above $1000

6" Happy Muskox by Pits Qimirpik Above $1000Inuit art: Muskox Inuit Artist: Pits Qimirpik Size: 6" long, 4. 5" high, 2. 5" deep Community: Cape Dorset, NU Stone: Serpentine (gorgeous dark stone, our favorite) id: dfa 8643Mejjy This friendly muskox has a beutiful set of inlayed eyes, with teeth sticking out, and a gorgeous black stone. The grooves in the stone, the texture, and the tilted head bring a depth I rarely ever see in Muskox carvings. The smooth facial expressions contrasting with the

The eyes made from caribou antler blend exquisitely with the dark serpentine stone

including presentation to the National Art museum of Canada

The outcome is a gentle and joyous bear spirit whose velvety silhouette is striking and intoxicating

This style of carving gives this piece an added sense of style and which draws attention

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40 x 50 cm

this time to attend a three-week workshop at the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center in West Rutland

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Sharky is internationally recognized for carving masterful and exquisite bird carvings

Dorset ID#: 90-OL1

The Inuit also have a deep spiritual connection to this animal

This contrast between the black tusks and the white walrus is magnificent