49 - Vince Pikonganna Walrus Bone Polar Bear and Seal Cribbage Board

Vince Pikonganna Walrus Bone Polar Bear and Seal Cribbage Board Vince Pikonganna (Alaskan Inuit). Walrus bone cribbage board expertly carved from a full-length tusk terminating in a terminal polar bear head. The board is elevated on four carved legs in the form of seals. The upper surface contains three tracks of peg holes and is adorned with four separately carved marine animal figures: one walrus with inset tusks and three seals in reclining poses. The polar bear head features an open mouth with a removable dark-stained tongue. Fine scrimshaw engravings decorate the sides, one side showing a traditional harpoon and the other a polar bear and walrus in the water. Signed in cursive Vince Pikonganna. 4" H x 21" L x 4" W. 11C CONDITION: The ivory exhibits natural surface aging including characteristic yellowing and minor stable fissures inherent to the material. Small areas of orange-toned residue or staining are present on the underside. The removable tongue is present and intact. No other visible losses or repairs are present. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.