Polar bears carved from ivory by the Inuit

Polar bears carved from ivory by the Inuit

This is an Inuit work of polar bear carving, which is usually made of ivory, bone, antlers or stone. Ivory and bone are the main materials traditionally used by the Inuit for carving. This style of miniature animal carving is a common art form in the Inuit culture and is found in archaeological sites in the Arctic and Greenland. The polar bear is a very important animal in the Inuit culture, closely related to hunting, spiritual beliefs and myths and legends.
Solid Wood Carved Cat Decorations

Solid Wood Carved Cat Decorations