BLACK POLAR BEAR,St. Lawrence Islands (Alaska). An ancient carving of a polar bear posed on all four legs; dark patina. Carved walrus ivory. Old Bering Dea II (Circa 100 - 300 AD). Fissure through back (stable). - 1 3/4 in. high x 4 3/4 in. long. Estimate $4,400-4,600
PROVENANCE:
Private collection, Belgium
Daedalus Ancient Art, New York
Frederick Schultz Ancient Art, New York Sale - February 24, 1994
LITERATURE:
Prehistoric Eskimo Ivories, Daedalus Ancient Art, New York, 1992, number 11
