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ing number of artists use small power tools as well. Saws, axes and adzes, hammers and chisels are used for the initial roughing out stages 
of a carving. Files, rasps and, finally steal wool and sandpaper are utilized for fine work and finishing. Penknives or nails may be used for 
detailed incising.

Reference:
Canadian Inuit Sculpture, Pauline Bowes, Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Ottawa.
 

Click to see enlarged image Narwhal by Sukkulak Akesuk,
Cape Dorset. 
Serpentine # 40023
12.5 cm x 6 cm,  5" x 3 3/8"

CAN$ 165.00

Click on pictue to see enlarged view Seal by Davidee Oqaittuaq,
Sanikiluaq. 
Soapstone. # 0504
17.5 cm x 5 cm, 6 7/8" x 2"

CAN$ 85.00

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Seal by Ning Ashoona, Cape Dorset. 
Serpentine. # 434
10.5 cm x  5.5 cm
4 1/4" x  2 1/8"

CAN$ 99.00

Click on picture to see enlarged view Narwhale w/young by Ottokie Aningmiuq, Kimmirut. 
Serpentine. # 0348
34.5 x 11 cm, 13 1/2" x 4 1/4"

CAN$ 365.00

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Click on picture to see enlarged view Seal by Josie Takataq, Sanikiluaq.
Soapstone. # 0206
13 cm x 3.5 cm, 5" x 1 3/8"
CAN$ 59.00
Click on picture to see enlarged view Seal by Sappa Ashoona, Cape Dorset. 
Serpentine.  # 474
18 cm x 9 cm,
 7" x 3 1/2" 

CAN$ 145.00

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Dancing Muskox by Pits Qimirpik. Cape Dorset.
Serpentine. # 9464
20 cm x 18 cm, 8" x 7"

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Dancing Bear by Kigutak Etidloie,  Cape Dorset.
Serpentine. # 30104
14.5 cm x 10 cm
 5 3/4" x  4"

CAN$ 499.00

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