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TWO YUPIK ESKIMO CARVED IVORY STORYKNIVES**
the first, with narrow blade tapering to a bird's head below the grip, decorated on each side with incised linear and circular elements; the second with flaring blade, notched at the tip, and tapering handle, with finely incised lines on each side
Lengths: the first, 10¼ in. (26 cm.); the second, 11 in. (28 cm.) (2)
the first, with narrow blade tapering to a bird's head below the grip, decorated on each side with incised linear and circular elements; the second with flaring blade, notched at the tip, and tapering handle, with finely incised lines on each side
Lengths: the first, 10¼ in. (26 cm.); the second, 11 in. (28 cm.) (2)
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.