Lot #242 - Two Alaskan Carved Ivory Walrus Tusks, Signed R. Alowa, 20th Century
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Auction House:Sotheby's Australia
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Sale Name:Fine Furniture & Decorative Arts
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Sale Date:14 May 2012 ~ 6.00pm (Lots 1-213)
15 May 2012 ~ 2.00pm (Lots 214-343)
15 May 2012 ~ 6.00pm (Lots 344-571) -
Lot #:242
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Lot Description:Two Alaskan Carved Ivory Walrus Tusks, Signed R. Alowa, 20th Century
both with carved figures of a hunter on his sled with his team of dogs; the longer tusk with a polar bear in front and behind the team, the sides with seals carved in relief (2)
46cm And 31cm -
Estimate:A$800 - 1,200
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Realised Price:
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Category:Precious Objects
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.
