Inuit
Walrus Head Carving
Inuit, 1833-1866
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Inuit
Walrus Head Carving
Inuit, 1833-1866
Physical Qualities
Walrus ivory, inlaid eyes, black whalebone inlay, 2 3/8 in. (6 cm.)
Credit Line
John Erikson Collection
Object Number
1955.167.33
etched figure on top of head: a man with raised spear
Purchased by John Erikson in Alaska ca. 1900
Maurer M. Evan, "The Native American Heritage," The Art of Chicago, July 16-October 30, 1977.
J.G.E. Smith, "Arctic Art: Eskimo Ivory," Museum of the American Indian, 1980.
J.G.E. Smith, "Arctic Art: Eskimo Ivory," Museum of the American Indian, 1980.
Inscribed: inscription on underside: 'HEH'
