7" Standng Bear by Louie Makittuq Gjoa Haven *Spirited* Inuit paintings What attracted me to this

What attracted me to this piece was the subject

400 grams (11

and have by most accounts and comments truly enjoyed the opportunity to spend time with an interesting northern artist

his small but strong tail propelling him forward

Marine Coral from Siberian and Alaskan waters

7" Standng Bear by Louie Makittuq Gjoa Haven *Spirited* Inuit paintings What attracted me to thisInuit art: Standing Bear Inuit Artist: Louie Makittuq Size: 6. 5" high, 3" wide, 2" deep Community: Gjoa Haven, NU 21 Stone: Serpentinite id: c 135 I love the simplicity and innocence of this Louie Makittuq carving. This dark green bear has all the character and spirit of a larger piece but on a smaller scale. So many of us are drawn to miniatures. We are fascinated by how an artist can create something so small and be so accurate. This is not a