Elegant Inuit Carved Stone Polar Bear man walking path such that a tortoise pull

such that a tortoise pull toy would completely out run him

I believe this was once either lidded or made to carry

which has not lead me to its maker

and seems to leave absolutely nothing unaccounted for

and more or less complete

Elegant Inuit Carved Stone Polar Bear man walking path such that a tortoise pullAnother beautifully minimal Inuit carving, this one reminding me some of the work of Andy Miki (1918 1983; Arviat) in its graceful lines and elongated head (I've included one photo for reference) as well as in the light gray stone. It also shares a spirit I think with small 19th century Inuit tusk carved amulets from the Bering Sea area. To me it really feels as if walking very softly over ice, very gentle, and with a lovely, serene presence. 4 7 16"