Two fine and well carved Inuit toggles in the form of seals., Inuit; Alaska
Each in the form of a swimming seal, the smaller with wide body and tapering head, the eyes with remains of inlay, likely baleen, pierced for attachment; the second of more naturalistic form, the head carved with eyes and simple mouth. Fine patination on each and extensive signs of use. L. 1 1/4" & 1 3/4"
Comments: Property of an East Coast private collector
Provenance: Ex. Private Washington State collection