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B213 – “Woman Praying With Owl Spirit Helper” (2023)

CAD$ 1,280 (+GST/HST if applicable, packing, insurance, shipping)

Artist: Manasie Akpaliapik (1955 – cont.) of Ikpiarjuk, Nunavut and Ontario

Signature: Signed to the vertebra in Inuktitut syllabics

Medium: Weathered narwhal vertebra, Whalebone

Dimensions: W: 15.5” x H: 7.0” x D: 6.0”

Condition: Excellent


She is praying for the continuation of the circle of life and life span. The symbol is used by Inuit to represent our life span. She is sending her prayers through Owl.