281: ALASKAN FOSSILIZED TOOL, ORNAMENTS AND CARVED FIGURE

The collection of fossilized and other articles shown here includes a very interesting human figure, a nicely patinated hide scraper and various other ornaments.
Measure 1 to 3.5 inches.
Good condition as shown.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
$500 - $750