Bidspirit auction | Vintage Inuit “Ookpik” Owl Doll,
Vintage Inuit “Ookpik” Owl Doll, Sealskin - A charming Inuit “Ookpik” owl doll, crafted in sealskin with felt beak, eyes, and feet. Measuring 4.5 inches tall, this whimsical figure became a national symbol of Canadian handicrafts in the 1960s, often sold as souvenirs to promote Inuit art and culture. The “Ookpik” was created in the early 1960s and quickly gained popularity as an emblem of Inuit creativity, widely collected as both folk art and a cultural icon of Canada. Size: 4.5 in. tall. Condition: Good overall; light age wear to fur and felt consistent with use. Provenance: Private Canadian collection, acquired mid-20th century.