Lot #5: MASTERFULLY CARVED VINTAGE SOAPSTONE SCULPTURE — “THE GUARDIAN BIRD”

Hand-Carved Mid-Century Inuit-Influenced Modernism Museum-Display Quality Introduce a commanding work of art into your collection with this exceptional vintage soapstone bird sculpture. The piece blends modernist minimalism with the timeless spirit of Northern Indigenous carving traditions, resulting in a sculpture that exudes strength, balance, and cultural depth. Shown in a gallery-style environment, it reads immediately as a high-end, investment-level artwork. Carved from dense, dark soapstone, the sculpture features a satin finish and precision-carved geometric lines. Its design emphasizes clean contours, a powerful beak, smooth wings, and subtle motif detailing. The form is bold, stylized, and sculpturally rich — unmistakably crafted to look impressive from every angle. ⸻ Key Features • Authentic vintage soapstone with natural surface variations • Modernist bird form reminiscent of mid-century Canadian and Inuit stone sculpture • Exceptional symmetry, balance, and hand-carved precision • Deep charcoal-black tone that presents almost bronze under proper lighting • Strong gallery presence suitable for luxury interiors or professional displays • Solid, weighty build indicating high-quality stone and workmanship ⸻ Visually reads as a medium-to-large display sculpture, ideal for a pedestal, console table, office, or entryway. ⸻ Art Historical Appeal This sculpture reflects the aesthetic language seen in mid-20th-century Northern stone carving: abstracted form, symbolic bird imagery, and minimal yet intentional carved detail. It carries influence from noted Inuit and Northern Québec sculptors, while maintaining a distinctly modern, stylized character. Pieces of this nature are often presented in galleries, museums, and architect-designed homes. ⸻ Estimated Market Value Considering the workmanship, size, condition, and display impact: In a curated gallery or design-focused online marketplace, it may command the upper end of this range. ⸻ Ideal For • Collectors of fine stone carvings • Interior designers seeking sculptural centrepieces • Gallery owners and boutique curators • High-end home staging • Gift buyers seeking a meaningful, heirloom-quality object ⸻ A Distinctive, Investment-Worthy Sculpture This vintage soapstone bird carving offers presence, form, and timeless appeal. Whether displayed in a gallery setting, a modern home, or a professionally curated space, it instantly elevates its environment. Pickup category timeslot {A}