Lot 151: Inuit Soapstone Carved Polar Bear

Inuit Soapstone Carved Polar Bear, beautifully carved form of a polar bear bearing its teeth. The teeth are ivory or bone and are inset into the polar bear's mouth as is its soapstone tongue. Artists signature etched on underbelly "NUNA PARK" and the letter "C" in a circle. The figure measures 10 3/4" L x 7 1/4 H. 20th Century.

Price Realized: $850

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