11" Dancing Bear by Kelly Etidloie *Mustard*Inuit art: Dancing Bear Inuit Artist: Kelly Etidloie Size: 11" tall, 7" wide, 5" deep, 7 lbs Community: Cape Dorset, NU 5 22 Stone: Serpentine id: dfa 7388Lejjy Masterpiece Sculpture! Kellyapik Etidloie is an artist who consistently inspires. Each of his pieces has a gentle and dignified attitude. As if they had just emerged from an ancient time. When carving styles were simple, and often bordering on primal. Mustard is such a piece. Is it his face or

This would be an ideal gift for an Inuit art collector “in the making” such as a teenager or it would bring a new sense of joy and uniqueness to an existing collection

brown and white bears

the stone is classic green

He always goes beyond what is necessary and carves the unexpected

He is regarded as one of the most exciting young carvers to emerge in the Arctic

Uriash is also a board member for the Nunavut Arts & Crafts Association

Stonecut & Stencil 2008

A depiction of Jimmy's loon was my logo for 14 years and I still am enthralled with every one of Jimmy's loons when I bring them into the Gallery

boots and Amauti (the large hood of the parka in which the baby is placed)

Theis family group is so unique and quirky

Stonecut & Stencil 1982

Each bear has its own spirit