Bidspirit auction | Inuit Carved Bone Fishing Implement

Inuit Carved Bone Fishing Implement with Sinew and Hook - A finely crafted Inuit fishing implement, carved from bone and strung with sinew cord. The piece features an attached metal hook suspended from a polished bone disc weight, illustrating traditional ingenuity in Arctic hunting and fishing practices. Its tactile surface and aged patina highlight both function and artistry, making it a compelling ethnographic artifact. THIS ITEM CANNOT BE EXPORTED FROM CANADA. Length: 9.5 in. (24 cm). Condition: Good overall; natural age wear to bone, slight surface patination consistent with age and use. Importance: Functional objects such as this were central to Inuit survival, and today they stand as enduring symbols of cultural resilience and ingenuity. Provenance: Private Canadian collection.