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| Ivory carving, especially of arctic animals such as the walrus, is a tradition among the Inuit that dates to prehistoric times. Even today, the carvings are an important part of the Inuit culture and economy. Many Inuit earn their living by selling the carefully crafted figurines. | ||||||
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| Walrus; Native American Art; Nunavut; Inuit; Canada; Ivory Carving | ||||||
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