9" two Way Diving Bear by Ottokie SamayualieInuit art: Diving Bear Inuit Artist: Ottokie Samayualie Size: 9" across, 8" tall, 6" deep, 8 lbs. Community: Cape Dorset, NU Stone: Serpentine id: jl 18523acijy Ottokie's claim to fame are his 2 way, 3 way and sometimes 4 way acrobatic dancing bears. The skill; to have a bear balance on all 2 limbs, while at the same time, executing such grace and brilliance. Ottokie and Mosesee Pootoogook are one of the very few artists who are able to do this with

Dorset ID#: 00-22

This goose is planted firmly on the ground even as it lifts one leg

They would insulate their Kayaks with seal skin

It is extremely smooth and refined

The deep inky stone is finished with a pristine mirror shine

Huddled together for warmth

Any of Pits’ carvings are a “must-have” for a diversified Inuit art collection

Latcholassie Akesuk is a famous Cape Dorset sculptor

with gentle spirits and the dexterity of an Olympic athlete

No obvious talons

The curves are exceptional The dark black stone adds a beautiful clash between modernism and traditional style

by observing them