Sculpture
Ivory sculpture of a polar bear with two seals.
- Accession Number 2022.18.120
- Period 20th century
- Materials ivory, walrus
- Measurements 13 x 3 cm
Historical context
Walrus ivory sculpture representing a polar bear (nanuq, in Inuit) and two seals (natsiq, in Inuit) in an interlocking, highly compact scene. The elongated shape of the whole is dictated by the long, narrow structure of the walrus tusk that supports it. Moreover, if the polar bear appears upside down in relation to the two phocids, it’s probably swimming on its back. Indeed, the bear seems to be slipping under the ice to get closer ...
- Accession Number 2022.18.120
- Period 20th century
- Materials ivory, walrus
- Measurements 13 x 3 cm
© Pointe-à-Callière Collection, Michel Noël Collection, 2022.018.120
Photo by Victor Diaz Lamich
Our collections are newly online and new items are added regularly. The information on the objects comes from our database, which has been improved over the years. If you have any information about this item, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Discover more
