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Primitive Inuit Stone Seal Carving , C1850
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Primitive Inuit Stone Seal Carving , C1850

19th century
Sold 3 March 2025 · Curious Antiques
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Mid 19th century Inuit stone carving of a seal,c1850. It has a lovely primitive look and was clearly hand carved. The stone has taken on great colour/patina and has areas of minor rubbing consistent with age. Overall condition is good with no obvious issues. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 7cm tall x 17cm wide/long x 6cm deep, weight 0.6kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Inuit Stone Seal Carving to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA1050396
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Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Mid 19th century Inuit stone carving of a seal,c1850. It has a lovely primitive look and was clearly hand carved. The stone has taken on great colour/patina and has areas of minor rubbing consistent with age. Overall condition is good with no obvious issues.
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Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.
Curious Antiques

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 7cm tall x 17cm wide/long x 6cm deep, weight 0.6kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Inuit Stone Seal Carving to the 19th Century.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA1050396
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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A hand-carved grey stone sculpture of a seal resting flat on a surface, featuring simplified form and textured mineral details. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A hand-carved grey stone sculpture of a seal resting flat on a surface, featuring simplified form and textured mineral details. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Primitive Inuit Stone Seal Carving , C1850

Archive II A hand-carved grey stone sculpture of a seal resting flat on a surface, featuring simplified form and textured mineral details. View II
Archive III A hand-carved grey stone sculpture of a seal resting flat on a surface, featuring simplified form and textured mineral details. View III
Archive IV A hand-carved grey stone sculpture of a seal resting flat on a surface, featuring simplified form and textured mineral details. View IV
Archive V A hand-carved grey stone sculpture of a seal resting flat on a surface, featuring simplified form and textured mineral details. View V
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Midland Road
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Norfolk
NR28 9JR
United Kingdom
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A hand-carved grey stone sculpture of a seal resting flat on a surface, featuring simplified form and textured mineral details.
Primitive Inuit Stone Seal Carving , c1850
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A hand-carved grey stone sculpture of a seal resting flat on a surface, featuring simplified form and textured mineral details.
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  • ObjectSculpture
  • Period19th century
  • StyleIndigenous Folk Art
  • MaterialSoapstone, Stone
  • ColourGrey
  • MotifsMinimalist form, Hand-chiselled texture, Naturalistic posture
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Inuit stone carving has deep roots in Arctic indigenous culture, traditionally created from materials like soapstone and bone to depict wildlife, spiritual beliefs, and daily Arctic life.

Carvers historically relied on readily available local materials such as soapstone, serpentine, argillite, whalebone, and occasionally ivory, shaping them with simple hand tools.

Authentic antique carvings often display tool marks consistent with hand-chiselling, natural weathering, and patination, alongside traditional stylistic minimalism and sometimes early collector markings or numbering.

This piece works well displayed as a focal point on a plain wooden mantelpiece, within a minimalist bookshelf, or on a simple display table where its natural texture and form can be fully appreciated.

Maintain stone carvings by keeping them out of direct sunlight, dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth, and avoiding chemical cleaners, waxes, or excessive moisture.
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