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Carvings from Inside Passage Arts

Inside Passage arts is based in Skagway, Alaska. They specialize in Native Northwest Design, as well as in Indonesian Carving Art. The following carvings will be availalbe only until April 2010.

In this section you can purchase carvings that were hand-made from the fossil ivory and antler.

 
Decorative Smoking Pipe - Scorpion

Decorative Smoking Pipe - Scorpion

$180.00

This pipe is carved from a small piece of walrus ivory. It is a piece of art, which is not intended for actual use. The pipe features a highly detailed carving and beautiful colors of the fossil material. Length is 4 inches.

 

Decorative Smoking Pipe - Totemic Raven

Decorative Smoking Pipe - Totemic Raven

$180.00

This pipe is carved from a small piece of walrus ivory. It is a piece of art, which is not intended for actual use. The pipe features a highly detailed carving and beautiful colors of the fossil material. Length is 3.5 inches.

 

Decorative Smoking Pipe - Croc Head

Decorative Smoking Pipe - Croc Head

$120.00

This pipe is carved from a small piece of walrus ivory. It is a piece of art, which is not intended for actual use. The pipe features a highly detailed carving and beautiful colors of the fossil material. Length is 2.5 inches.

 

Decorative Smoking Pipe - Snake

Decorative Smoking Pipe - Snake

$160.00

This pipe is carved from a small piece of walrus ivory. It is a piece of art, which is not intended for actual use. The pipe features a highly detailed carving and beautiful colors of the fossil material. Length is 3 inches.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Rattlesnake

Fossil Ivory Carving - Rattlesnake

$140.00

Here is something that is quite common here in Arizona - a rattlesnake. More precisely, this is a carving of a rattlesnake, made from a long piece of walrus ivory. The variety of colors on this piece is fantastic, and the details of the skin are great! The carving measures 8.5 inches long.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Shou Lao

Fossil Ivory Carving - Shou Lao

$650.00

Shou Lao, also known as the God of Longevity, is carved from fossil walrus ivory and measures 4.75 inches tall. This deity is recognizable by his tall, domed head and long beard, carrying a long staff and a pumpkin gourd, which contains the water of life.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Girl Doing her Hair

Fossil Ivory Carving - Girl Doing her Hair

$260.00

This Japanese-style figurine is carved from the premium-grade fossil walrus ivory. It measures 2.75 inches tall and depicts a girl combing her hair. The figurine has smooth polished curves as well as sharp edges, and is carved with nice details and proportions.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Meditating Frog

Fossil Ivory Carving - Meditating Frog

$75.00

A nice small carving that would be an excellent present for someone. This frog was hand-carved from fossil ivory that came from Alaska. Measures 1.5 inches tall.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - European Dragon #2

Fossil Ivory Carving - European Dragon #2

$130.00

Here is a relatively sophisticated, two-sided carving of a Dragon, made from a premium fossil tusk. The piece measures 5" tall from the base. It stands on its own as a great display piece.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - European Dragon

Fossil Ivory Carving - European Dragon

$165.00

Here is a relatively sophisticated, two-sided carving of a Dragon, made from a premium fossil tusk. The piece measures 4" tall from the base. It stands on its own as a great display piece.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Armadillo

Fossil Ivory Carving - Armadillo

$480.00

Armadillos are small placental mammals, known for having a leathery armor shell. This particular one is hand-carved from the premium fossil material, measuring 4.25 inches long. The piece stands on its own and can be a fantastic addition to a collection of carvings!

 

"Kappa" Mask Pendant

"Kappa" Mask Pendant

$90.00

Mask of a Japanese mythical being, measures 1.75 inches long, carved from the fossil walrus ivory.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Happy Frogs

Fossil Ivory Carving - Happy Frogs

$180.00

Male Frog mounting @ Female; carved from fossil walrus ivory. Measurements are 2 x 2 x 1.75 inches.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Monitor Lizard

Fossil Ivory Carving - Monitor Lizard

$150.00

Here is a nice carving with very fine details, measuring 3.75 inches long. The material comes from Alaska, and the piece itself was carved in Indonesia. It would make a nice gift and a conversation piece.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Turtle Emerging from its Egg #2

Fossil Ivory Carving - Turtle Emerging from its Egg #2

$140.00

Here is an interesting piece that shows a baby turtle hatched from an egg. The size is 2 inches, and the material has a truly amazing color. Carved from fossil walrus ivory that was found in Alaska.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Two Horned Toads

Fossil Ivory Carving - Two Horned Toads

$160.00

These nice toads are hand-carved from the fossil walrus ivory. They measure approximately 2.5 inches / each. Price is $160.00 for both.

 

Scorpion Pendant

Scorpion Pendant

$300.00

This mammoth ivory pendant with an insert of Smokey Quartz represents the authentic Nanai Culture of Amur River People. The carving is done by Ivan Rosugbu.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Two Wolves

Fossil Ivory Carving - Two Wolves

$170.00

Very detailed carving of two wolves, situated on a fossil walrus piece with natural underside. Measures 3 inches long. Nice color.

 

Fossil Ivory Pendant - Eagle Head

Fossil Ivory Pendant - Eagle Head

$250.00

This ivory piece has premium dark color that is very rare. The pendant is carved by Darmadi and shows an eagle head. It measures approximately 1.5 inches.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Turtle Emerging from its Egg

Fossil Ivory Carving - Turtle Emerging from its Egg

$130.00

Here is an interesting piece that shows a baby turtle hatched from an egg. There is a tiny amount of repair (glue) on the bottom. The size is 2.25". Carved from fossil walrus ivory, found in Alaska.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Brown Frog on a Lilly Pad

Fossil Ivory Carving - Brown Frog on a Lilly Pad

$150.00

Carved by Luter Abyan, this piece shows many fine details and great colors. Size is 3.5 x 1.5 in. Made from fossil walrus ivory.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Three Frogs on Flower Blossoms

Fossil Ivory Carving - Three Frogs on Flower Blossoms

$300.00

This very fine open-work carving is made by Sudana from the fossil walrus ivory. The piece measures 3.5 inches long and would be a great addition to any collection of carvings.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Two Sea Turtles

Fossil Ivory Carving - Two Sea Turtles

$200.00

Fossil walrus ivory is an excellent material for this type of carving. Slight variations in color give this piece a truly amazing look. The carving measures 2 x 1.75 inches.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Turtle #1

Fossil Ivory Carving - Turtle #1

$112.00

Nice small turtle situated on a chunk of fossil walrus ivory that measures 2.5 inches. The turtle itself is only 1 3/8 inches.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Scorpion

Fossil Ivory Carving - Scorpion

$95.00

Here is a very realistic scorpion, carved from a chunk of Alaskan fossil walrus tusk. The whole piece measures 2.5 inches, while the scorpion itself is only 1.75". The brown fossil colors give a unique character to this item.

 

Antler Carving - Eagle #3

Antler Carving - Eagle #3

$65.00

This is another figurine of an eagle, nicely carved from a piece of a deer antler by Wartu. The height is 3.25". The piece has many details and would be a great decoration for an office desk.

 

Antler Carving - Eagle #2

Antler Carving - Eagle #2

$110.00

This really nice carving depicts an eagle on a wooden stand. The artist captured the motion of the eagle with a good precision and quality. For its relatively small size (5.5 inches high), this piece has lots of details. It is a fine example of high-class contemporary carving techniques.

Carved by: Wartu in Indonesia. Material: Deer Antler.

 

Wolf and Lady "Spirit" Pendant

Wolf and Lady "Spirit" Pendant

$125.00

The piece is carved from mammoth ivory by Sumardika in Indonesia.

 

Fossil Coral Octopus #2

Fossil Coral Octopus #2

$90.00

Here is another octopus, this time carved by Luther Abaya. Beautiful fossil coral from Morocco has a perfect color for such carving.

 

King Crab

King Crab

$60.00

A miniature from Tagua nut with Bali Basket.

 

Walrus Rookery

Walrus Rookery

$900.00

The repeating pattern of 42 walruses took a while to carve and makes a great impression. The whole Moose Antler is filled with walruses that vary in sizes and poses. The carving sits on a wooden display stand.

 

Fossil Ivory Pendant - Netsuke Mask

Fossil Ivory Pendant - Netsuke Mask

$90.00

Here is a typical netsuke carving from Hong Kong that can be hanged as a pendant or on a necklace.

 

Two "Yogi" Bear Pendants

Two "Yogi" Bear Pendants

$100.00

These two pendants were made from fossil walrus teeth. May be used for making beads or other jewelry items.

 

Moose Anler Carving - Brown Bear

Moose Anler Carving - Brown Bear

$50.00

A small figurine of a Brown Bear. Nicely carved; stands on its own.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Polar Bear with Cub

Fossil Ivory Carving - Polar Bear with Cub

$70.00

Hand-carved figurine that stands on its own. Nice display piece!

 

Fossil Oosik - Sculpture of Mermaids

Fossil Oosik - Sculpture of Mermaids

$250.00

Inspired by the vast marine environments of the Indonesian shores, this beautiful carving is a true piece of art. Created by Raka from fossil oosik.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Dragon Egg

Fossil Ivory Carving - Dragon Egg

$250.00

Small carving of a dragon on top of a Buddhist temple bell.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Frog

Fossil Ivory Carving - Frog

$145.00

There are many nice details in this relatively small piece: the frog is carved from a fossil walrus tusk with amber inserts (for eyes) and has a very detailed skin. It looks really amazing and would be a nice addition for a collection of carvings.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Squid

Fossil Ivory Carving - Squid

$200.00

Beautiful carving, made by Sumardika from a fossil walrus tusk. You can find a few similar carvings on the market, but we have the best price for it!

 

Cave Bear Molar

Cave Bear Molar

$55.00

This fossil comes from Romania and is in excellent condition. Will be a great addition to any collection!

 

Fossil Coral Octopus

Fossil Coral Octopus

$200.00

This carving is nicely done by Ronald Stevens. Beautiful fossil coral from Morocco has the perfect color for such carving.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - "Kappa"

Fossil Ivory Carving - "Kappa"

$350.00

This Japanese Mythological Creature is carved from the fossil walrus tusk.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Abstract Pendant

Fossil Ivory Carving - Abstract Pendant

$750.00

Maori style pendant is carved by Darmadi from a piece of a fossil walrus tusk. The tusk was found on St. Lawrence Island, Alaska.

This amazing work of art has sharp and smooth lines, variations of color and beautiful polish.

 

Antler Carving - Skull

Antler Carving - Skull

$60.00

Interesting display piece; carved from Moose Antler.

Definitely still available!

 

Mammoth Ivory Carving - Brown Bear Catches Salmon

Mammoth Ivory Carving - Brown Bear Catches Salmon

$350.00

Carved from the mammoth bark, this piece depicts a brown bear catching salmon (possibly in Alaska). This carving can be an interesting conversation piece or just a nice decoration. The base is made of Crocodile Wood.

 

Fossil Ivory Carving - Horned Toads

Fossil Ivory Carving - Horned Toads

$750.00

This piece is carved by Luther Abyan, whose technique is truly amazing. A huge number of spikes on the skin of the toad clearly shows how wild this mystical predator is.

The carving is made from a fossilized walrus tusk that was found in Alaska.