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Walrus Hunter Transformation - William Soonagrook

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Walrus Hunter Transformation

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This transformation piece by Soonagrook reflects the native belief in the oneness of all things. The hunter becomes one with the spirit of the hunted animal - in this case a walrus - to better hunt the animal, to show respect for the sacrifice and to acknowledge the connectivity of all living things.

Artist	William Soonagrook
Origin	Gambell, St. Lawrence Island, AK
Dimensions	2 x 3-3/8 x 1-3/4 in
Materials	Walrus ivory, baleen
Culture	St. Lawrence Island Yupik