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Small Inuit Soapstone Carving of a Dancing Figure, Early Northern Quebec Workshop, ca. mid-20th C - A compact Inuit stone carving depicting a stylized dancing figure, rendered with an expressive upright posture and extended arms. At just 4.5 inches tall, this piece carries the charm of early mid-20th century Inuit sculpture, where form and gesture were emphasized over fine detail. The surface shows a natural gray-brown patina, typical of Northern Quebec or Nunavik sources. While unsigned, the carving demonstrates traits consistent with workshop pieces produced for co-ops in the 1950s-1960s: simplified body proportions, incised facial details, and sturdy balance designed for handling and daily appreciation. Such figures often symbolized celebration, survival, and cultural continuity. Provenance: From the Ene Schoeler Collection of Inuit Art, Acquired mid-20th century through recognized Inuit art channels in Quebec.