Fred Emaghok / Rosie

Ookpik- Rabbit Fur-Brown

$42.00

Made in Yukon by Fred and Rosie Emaghok
Brown Rabbit fur and felt
5 Inches Tall
Fred and Rosie live in Whitehorse, having moved south from Ulukhaktuk, formerly Holman Island. The Ookpiks they create are so full of character and personality that its impossible not to love them
The Owl, or Ookpik in Inuktitut, is a spiritually important and highly noble creature in Inuit culture, and is one of the most commonly depicted animals across all Inuit art forms. The Ookpik is seen as the night predator, the protector of families, keeper of wisdoms and a guide from this world to the next. An important figure in many stories The Ookpik is depicted in many moods from affectionate, comical, cute and playful to protective, combative and mystical.

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