Abstract Inuit authentic Stone Carving Black Seal with Blunt Nose

Interesting Inuit carving of a blunt nosed seal composed in a more abstract style. Seals are central to traditional Inuit life and culture authentic, providing food, clothing heat. light and medicine.
The artist simplifies the key elements of a seal to give the wonderful, subtle impression of it without being unduly naturalistic.

Can see the rough stone and rasp marks on the underside.

Unsigned.

Dimensions: approx. 4.25 " high x 4 " wide x 2" deep

Weight: approx. 758 grams (1 pound 10.7 ounces)