5" Dancing Bear Alashua Sharky painting In true Iqaluq style

In true Iqaluq style

in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Association of Canadian Studies

Carvings from Igloolik are very unique and original from what you would see from other Inuit communities

They were spectacular because the arching back was very exaggerated

you are likely a collector of Inuit art

5" Dancing Bear Alashua Sharky painting In true Iqaluq styleInuit art: Bear Artist: Alashua Sharky Size: 5" high, 3" wide, 2" deep Community: Cape Dorset, NU Stone: Serpentine id: j 67604ebe The highlight of this piece is its explosive animation and movement. Dancing at a thirty degree angle, this Jolly bear seems to defy gravity. The striding movement of the foot, is a deliberate exaggeration by the artist to create motion. This is a showcase piece for any room and deserves its own podium or table. See our