Description:

**Originally Listed At $400**

Native American, Western United States, likely Pacific Northwest Coast & Columbia River region tribes, ca. 19th century CE. A hand-carved whale bone effigy with a hide cord, possibly made of seal skin. The piece somewhat resembles a totem pole with a humanin head and torso upon another abstract animal opposite. The purpose and full symbolism of this piece is unknown, but there are finger sized notches along the sides- perhaps to form a grip. This may have been a special effigy to ensure a successful hunt or fishing. Size: 8.5" L x 2.25" W (21.6 cm x 5.7 cm)

Please note this item falls under the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act and is not eligible for international shipping. Native American, Alaska Native, & Native Hawaiian objects are only eligible to ship within the United States.

Provenance: private Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, USA collection; ex-Hancock, New York, USA collection

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#177528

  • Condition: Surface abrasions and wear to bone, natural pitting and ossification. Nicks and chips. Cracking and stiffening to hide cord.

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