Swimming WalrusView more work by Joe Iya Jr.
The darker core of the tusk is particularly prominent in this carving by Iya, creating a lovely dark strip down the length of the walrus' body. It is shown swimming, poised on a fossil walrus ivory base.
Artist |
Joe Iya Jr. |
Origin |
Savoonga, St. Lawrence Island, AK |
Dimensions |
1-7/8 x 4-1/4 x 1-1/4 in |
Materials |
Walrus ivory |
Culture |
St. Lawrence Island Yupik |
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