TWO TRADITIONAL ALASKAN NATIVE CULTURAL DOLLS. Set of two dolls which are likely Yup'ik or Inuit (Eskimo) folk art; they often depicts daily life, dancing, and music. They are made with traditional materials like fur (parkas), leather or felt (boots/clothing), and the base is a piece of hide. The fur-clad figure is playing. While drums are most common, the rectangular, box-like instrument is consistent with a style of traditional Yup'ik or Inuit stringed instrument (like a form of a zither or a box drum) used for rhythmic accompaniment. - Height: (Tallest doll): 14.5 inches. Estimate $150-200
