Inupiaq Eskimo/Inuit Pt. Hope White Baleen Basket Andrew Tooyak Sr. geese Black Ash and Sweetgrass Basket

Black Ash and Sweetgrass Basket Carrie Hill Akwesasne Mohawk

Inside circumference of the bracelet is 5 1/4 inches plus a 1 1/2 inch opening

A charming bracelet with ivory plaques recently re-strung on a clear elastic band

under the seats

sterling silver ear wires

Inupiaq Eskimo/Inuit Pt. Hope White Baleen Basket Andrew Tooyak Sr. geese Black Ash and Sweetgrass BasketInupiaq Eskimo Inuit Pt. Hope White Baleen Basket Andrew Tooyak Sr. Baleen baskets are among the most difficult to weave because of the stiffness of the material. Andrew Tooyak Sr. (1927 t0 2000) Inupiaq from Point Hope, Alaska, was well known for his exquisite work. This basket stands out in two ways: first, it is entirely woven with white baleen over dark baleen. White baleen is not as prevalent as dark, so it is a more precious material. Second is