Vintage Inuit Billiken Figurine Carving | Yupik Talisman, Uelen Craft, Early-Mid 20th C.

This Vintage Inuit Billiken sculpture is a hand-carved bone figurine from Yupik culture and a traditional Inuit toy. The Billiken is an Eskimo and Chukchi talisman, typically depicted as a broadly smiling creature with a round belly. This particular piece is a fine example of Yupik craft from the Uelen region.

Provenance and Decorative Use

Dating to the Early-mid 20th century, this unique carving serves as a charming Home decor item and an exceptional Unique gift.

Condition and Specifications

• Condition: In excellent condition! The sculpture on the pedestal is without damage: no chips and cracks. There was no restoration.

• Type: Vintage Collectible Figurine / Billiken Talisman.

• Material: Carved Bone on Bone Pedestal.

• Origin: Yupik Craft, Uelen (Eskimo/Chukchi).

• Era: Early-mid 20th century.

• Weight: 100 g (0.22 lbs).

• Dimensions:

  • Height with stand: 8 cm (3.15 in).

  • Width (Figurine): 3.5 cm (1.38 in).

  • Stand: 5.5 x 5.5 cm (2.17 x 2.17 in).