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B210 – “Shaman Interacting with the Spirit World” (2023)

CAD$ 16,500 (+GST/HST if applicable, packing, insurance, shipping)

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

Signature: Signed to the base in Inuktitut syllabics

Medium: Weathered bowhead whale vertebra, Whalebone, African wonderstone

Dimensions: W: 19.0” x H: 14.25” x D: 9.0”

Condition: Excellent

The Shaman is interacting with the spirit world to receive messages for the people. Owl is his companion in this piece. Because Owl is respected by all beings, the owl was a trusted companion for the Shaman.