Thule / Inuit Walrus Ivory Socketed Harpoon Heads

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Indigenous Art - Ralph T. Coe Center, Santa Fe, NM by Artemis Fine Arts

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Aug 22, 2025

Set Reminder 2025-08-22 10:00:00 2025-08-22 10:00:00 America/New_York Bidsquare Bidsquare : Indigenous Art - Ralph T. Coe Center, Santa Fe, NM https://www.bidsquare.com/auctions/artemis-gallery/indigenous-art---ralph-t-coe-center-santa-fe-nm-20324 Featuring works of art from the Ralph T. Coe Center for the Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico, a non-profit focused on promoting Indigenous Arts globally. All proceeds from the sale of these items will support future grants to Rehoming Program participants. Artemis Fine Arts info@artemisfinearts.com

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Lot Description

Native American, Northwestern United States, Alaska, Punuk / Thule to Inuit cultures, ca. 1000 to 1800s CE. A pair of Arctic hunting tools, hand-carved from walrus ivory. Each piece features a thickened socketed neck for hafting onto a wooden shaft or harpoon, with drilled holes for inserting a blade. One of the tools is perforated at the base, likely for attaching a retrieval line or tether. Size: 5.5" L x 1.25" W (14 cm x 3.2 cm)

This item is made of or contains walrus ivory and is classified under the ESA (Endangered Species Act) as an exempt piece. Due to federal and state regulations regarding the sale of ivory, this item cannot be shipped internationally or to individuals residing in the following U.S. states: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. Additionally, buyers are responsible for ensuring that their purchase complies with all local laws and regulations concerning ivory. We guarantee that this piece meets the criteria for an ESA antique exemption under U.S. Federal law, however, we advise buyers to consult with their local authorities to confirm their ability to legally acquire, possess, trade, or sell this item in your state of residence.

Provenance: private El Dorado Hills, California, USA collection

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Condition

Lustrous brown patina on both. Chips and abrasions as expected with use. Old loss near the drilled tip on one.
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