Baleen and Argentium Sterling Silver Basket with Whale Tail Walrus Tusk Ivory Finial

Don’s natural gifts for both carving walrus ivory and working with the challenging threads of baleen from traditionally harvested Bowhead whales has drawn the attention of collectors  and museum curators - and an ever-growing list of awards - for fine Alaska Native art. He now pushes the innovative boundaries of weaving baleen with the incorporation of silver, with extraordinary results. 

• 5 1/2 inches widest
• 3 3/4 in height, including finial

The Marine Mammal Act of 1972 requires this item to remain within the USA. 

Click for information provided by the U.S. Department of the Interior and Indian Arts and Crafts Board, and information about Alaska Native Artists' traditional and contemporary use of marine animal parts, including walrus ivory.

Don Johnston, Aleut

Don's Bio

Please note: we base our automatic shipping rates upon item cost. This piece however, incurs a lower rate due to its size and weight. On this piece, we will charge $100, and refund your credit card the shipping cost calculated at checkout once we ship!