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A unique, authentic Inuit ceremonial staff carved from bone, dating to the 19th century, in good condition, with provenance Privécollectie and origin in the Arctic region.

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Description from the seller

A unique, authentic, carved bone/bone artifact.
Probably a marine mammal bone.
Inuit/Yupik ceremonial or shamanic staff.

This object was used by shamans/healers/ritual specialists.

The bone functions as a "carrier" of power, the face as a spirit or ancestor.

The face is not a decoration but held a protective/spiritual meaning.

The open mouth stands for:
- speaking with spirits
- breath/soul
- transformation

The face with the open mouth and inlaid eyes is typical of 19th-century Inuit carving.

The dimensions are indicated in the photos.

The object is carefully packed and sent with a tracking number.

Regrettably, it cannot be shipped between February 14 and February 25.

A unique, authentic, carved bone/bone artifact.
Probably a marine mammal bone.
Inuit/Yupik ceremonial or shamanic staff.

This object was used by shamans/healers/ritual specialists.

The bone functions as a "carrier" of power, the face as a spirit or ancestor.

The face is not a decoration but held a protective/spiritual meaning.

The open mouth stands for:
- speaking with spirits
- breath/soul
- transformation

The face with the open mouth and inlaid eyes is typical of 19th-century Inuit carving.

The dimensions are indicated in the photos.

The object is carefully packed and sent with a tracking number.

Regrettably, it cannot be shipped between February 14 and February 25.

Details

No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Arctic region
Material
Bone
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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