Vintage Eskimo Etched Ivory Face dolomite Keezer was one of the

Keezer was one of the long-time Wabanaki who kept the art of basket making alive

began making fancy baskets in the late 1800's

Fans are each approximately 13 inches across and 11 inches high

While his technique is new and innovative

Eleeshushee’s work stands on its own

Vintage Eskimo Etched Ivory Face dolomite Keezer was one of theVintage Eskimo Etched Ivory Face This is a most interesting item from a private collection. The face is scrimshawed on the surface of a piece of mammoth ivory. Note the separation of ivory layers evident on the bottom right corner. Holes in upper corners indicate it may have been attached to something in an earlier life. The item is mounted and framed in a black shadow box. The box shows some wear around the corners. Plexiglass or other acrylic covers