VTG MYRON WHEELER Iñupiaq Signed Carved Otter Figure Alaskan Miniature 2.5”

Rare and finely detailed vintage carving by Myron Wheeler (Punesuk), a respected Iñupiaq artist known for his traditional Alaska Native wildlife figures. <br><br>This signed miniature sculpture depicts a reclining otter with expressive features and a shell detail, all carved from dense natural material consistent with heritage Arctic carving practices.<br><br>The artist’s work is held in public collections and was acquired by a major U.S. institution in the late 1980s, affirming his status among serious collectors of Native American folk art.<br><br> Measurements (All Approximate):<br>• Length: 2.5 in / 6.35 cm<br>• Width: 0.75 in / 1.9 cm<br>• Weight: 0.7 oz / 19.8 g<br><br>Signed: Myron Wheeler<br><br>Natural, unmarked carved material – offered as-is. We make no claim of exact composition in compliance with platform policy.<br><br> Made: USA – Alaska<br><br> Please zoom in on all photos for condition details. They are part of the description.<br><br> Pre-owned, Excellent Vintage– No chips, cracks, clean, well-cared-for, smoke-pet free.