Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century

Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century

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Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
  • Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century
Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century

Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century

£120.00
Very Rare Authentic Carved Stone Inuit Walrus Figure by Sillassi Tuki Mid 20th Century Signed Inuktitut Syllabics. Measures 10.8cm x 6.2cm x 5.3cm Weight 388g This is a genuine Inuit carved stone Walrus Figure. Created by Sillassi Tuki and signed in Inuktitut syllabics on the base. 'Sillassi' and 1768 his disc number. (Disc number used by the Canadian government rather than a surname). Sillassi Tuki Born 1919 Sarollie's camp AQ Sillasi Tuki's carving has been exhibited globally and his pieces have been auctioned internationally. Very good original condition. There is one small chip on the left front 'paw'. Please see photos. The name Sailasi is an Inuit name that means spirit or soul. It is a variation of the more common Inuit name Silla.  In the Inuit culture, names carry significant cultural weight and spiritual meaning. The name Sailasi/Silla refers to a concept that encompasses "air," "atmosphere," "sky," "intellect," "wisdom," and the "universe". It is considered one of the most important concepts in classic Inuit thought, reflecting a deep connection between the individual and the natural/spiritual world.

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