Muskox

In this carving, the musk ox stands on its hind legs. The stone is carved to illustrate the animal's fur which has been a source of clothing in Inuit life for centuries. 

Serpentine Stone
Approx. 14 x 7 x 13 cm
Registration no. 1271811

Kellypatik (Kelly) is a sculptor, known for his sculpted masks of human faces and birds incorporated into the design. In recent years he has explored wildlife grooming. The artist captures the intimate moments of birds feeding their young. His favorite bird to carve is the owl. He also enjoys sculpting the muskox as it gives him the opportunity to add more detail.