Moses Kamookak - Hunter with Dog and Bear - 2021 -

Updated September 18, 2026

A superb and masterfully executed Inuit stone carving by renowned Gjoa Haven artist Moses Kamookak, titled “Hunter with Dog and Bear” and created in 2021. This dynamic multi-figure composition captures the drama and tension of a traditional Arctic hunting encounter - an Inuit hunter stands poised with spear and knife, facing a polar bear rising in confrontation while his loyal dog stands alert between them.<br><br>The hunter and dog are sculpted in deep dark serpentine, with polished surfaces that emphasize the rich organic quality of the stone and highlight Kamookak’s confident toolwork. The polar bear figure is carved in pale marble with subtle natural veining, offering striking visual contrast and a sense of mass and quiet power. All three figures are set upon a natural soapstone base, which provides both grounding and textural harmony to the composition. The sculptural group is further animated by the hunter’s carved bone spear and knife, detailed stone spear points, and authentic hand-twisted cord, adding extraordinary realism and craftsmanship.<br><br>This piece reflects the storytelling tradition of the North - a theme that resonates deeply with collectors of Inuit art, polar bear carvings, and Arctic cultural narratives. Moses Kamookak is recognized for his ability to capture expressive movement through simplified, powerful forms - a hallmark of contemporary Gjoa Haven sculpture.<br><br>This exceptional work exemplifies high-caliber Inuit carving, offering rare mixed-stone construction and a highly desirable subject matter - hunter, dog, and polar bear. Its commanding form and intricate detailing make it an outstanding candidate for museum-quality collections, serious Inuit art investors, and distinguished private buyers seeking an important Canadian Indigenous sculpture.<br>F9 <br> <br>

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