Carved serpentine fish sculpture by Inuit artist Toonoo Sharky of Kinngait, Nunavut. The piece is carved from green serpentine stone with natural variation and lighter mottling throughout. It features applied inlaid eyes and stylized carved fins, including a prominent tail fin. The underside is signed by the artist and dated “2009.” Sculpture is in good condition. | | Please see photos for additional details. | | ABOUT THE ARTIST: Toonoo Sharky, born in 1970 in Cape Dorset (Kinngait), Nunavut, is a highly regarded Inuit sculptor from a family of well-known artists. He started carving as a child, learning from his grandfather and uncle, and became a full-time artist in his teens. Sharky’s work is recognized for its bold, expressive style—often blending human and animal forms—and for his use of materials like serpentine and marble to capture themes of transformation and Inuit spirituality. Dimensions: 17 x 4.25 x 9.75 inWeight: 7.8 lbsShelf: 24F
Condition
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Overall Dimensions
Height: 9.75 in
Width: 4.25 in
Depth: 17.00 in
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Provenance: From a private collection. Additional provenance, if known, is listed in the lot description. Block Auction House makes no guarantees regarding provenance unless stated in writing.