Bidspirit auction | Elizabeth Qootova (Inuit, 20th Century)

Elizabeth Qootova (Inuit, 20th Century) Sedna / Seal Transformation Figure - This sleek and highly polished carving by Elizabeth Qootova depicts a transformation figure merging human and seal, a theme deeply rooted in Inuit cosmology. Qootova’s refined surfaces and elongated lines distinguish her work, evoking both elegance and quiet spirituality. Her carvings are increasingly recognized for their modernist sensibility within the canon of Inuit art, and this is a fine example. Signed “Elizabeth Qootova” on underside. 7.25 in. length. Provenance: From the Ene Schoeler Collection of Inuit Art