It is quite heavy. Shows white around cuts and on under belly. Found in a storage room. Just wondering if it has any value.
I thought it was a paperweight. There are no markings that I can see
Dear Christina,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. My sincere apologies for the delay with the appraisal.
The presented object appears to be a soapstone carving with
7 x 4 inches measurements. The statue depicts a polar bear and is typical of the art of the Native Tribes of North America and Canada. Sadly this piece is not signed and was made in the second half of the 20th century. Sadly no additional information for an artist with fitting in style and motif is given by reference books and databases.
Comparable objects were recently offered and sold on the international auction market.
This piece is in good condition and no severe damage is visible in the images.
A fair market estimation would be between 60 to 120 USD.
This estimate is based on recently recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
George
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