Description:

Native American / First Nations, Northwest Coast United States, Alaska or Canada, Inupiaq/Inuit people, ca. mid to late 20th century CE. A walrus jawbone that serves as the perch for hand carved walrus tusk ivory bird figurines. Each bird has a small peg that inserts into the bone - the birds are removable and can be rearranged! Size of jaw: 8.25" L x 7.5" W x 3.25" H (21 cm x 19 cm x 8.3 cm); large goose: 2" L x 0.5" W (5.1 cm x 1.3 cm)

This is an ESA antique exempt piece of walrus ivory and cannot be sold internationally or to anyone residing in the states of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. Parts from certain animal species may require an additional license upon import into another country due to legislation relating to endangered species and environmental conservation. If you are not sure whether CITES rules apply to your item, please see the CITES Appendices.

Provenance: private Greenwood Village, Colorado, USA collection

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  • Condition: Birds are removable from pegs. Natural bone pitting and striations. Minor nicks and chips to bone and ivory birds. Overall great condition.

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