Winter Antique Art and Arms, Dec.14th., 2024

Group Eskimo Inuit Whale Carvings Scrimshaw And Pair Billikens

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Start price: $200

Estimated price: $400 - $600

Buyer's premium:

Great group of Native Alaska Eskimo Inuit whale carvings. Fine scrimshaw depicting sailing ship and pair of Billikens.Carving of billikens by Alaskan Natives began in the early 1900s and continues to the present. They are whimsical smiling creatures that are said to bring good luck.

Sizes: 5", 3 5/8", 2 3/4".~ .

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