9” Black Loon with Inlay Eyes by Jimmy Iqaluq Inuit paintings The energy of the chicks

The energy of the chicks is light hearted and humorous

Fitting eyes into the stone takes much experience and skill

Lukie AirutLukie (Luke) is a first generation master Inuit artist

the piece itself is large enough to be a centerpiece

Inuit Identity

9” Black Loon with Inlay Eyes by Jimmy Iqaluq Inuit paintings The energy of the chicksInuit art: Loon with Inlay Eyes Inuit Artist: Jimmy Iqaluq Size: 8 long, 3 high, 2. 5" wide Community: Sanikiluaq, NU Stone: Argillite id: d abj87981 The Belcher Islands, home to the community of Sanikiluaq, have very large resident and migratory bird populations, so it is no surprise that birds are among the most popular subjects for local carvers. It is difficult not to be aroused by the sheer beauty of this sculpture. Not only is this loon carved