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James Ommik Baleen and Carved Walrus Basket

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James Ommik Baleen and Carved Walrus Basket

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Description

James Ommik (Barrow, Alaska) Baleen and Carved Walrus Basket with polar bear finial signed "James Ommik" accompanied by a horsehair woven miniature seed tray basket

Height 3.5 in. Diameter 3 in. Seed Tray Diameter 2.75 in.

Condition

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James Ommik Baleen and Carved Walrus Basket

Name: James Ommik Baleen and Carved Walrus Basket
SKU: 125198089
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $700 - $1,000

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Starting Price $400

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