1882 Wood Engraving Art Chukchi Native Animal Bone Carvings Polar Bear XGYC4

This is an original 1882 black and white in-text wood engraving of animal bone carvings of polar bears and other arctic wildlife that were made by the Chukchi native peoples of the Russian arctic.

CONDITION

This 129+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Small crease - right side. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 4 inches; 11 x 10 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Anthropology, Indigenous Peoples, Tribal, Ethnic, Cultural, Traditional, Idol, Figurine, Figure, Wildlife, Arctic, Tundra, Beast, Predator, Spiritual, Religion, Animism

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