Lot no. 206
CHUCKCHES, Bering Strait, Siberia.
Sea animal rib richly decorated with scenes recalling walrus hunting by the Beringian populations using umiaks (traditional boats).
Antique work, extremely rare and finely executed.
Length: 25.5 cm.
Small chips at the ends.
See original version (French) Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Pictures credits: Contact organization
African, American and Oceanic Art
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