Inuit Carved Black Stone Bird Japanese pocket knife as well as a mention

as well as a mention in a book by John Gould titled “This Trifling Distinction: Reminiscences from Down East” that tells us Everett stood about 7 feet tall

it was published by the Hayes Lithographing Co

but both drawing and frame appear in very good condition

but is in excellent condition

the shape: I love everything about these Japanese fish plates

Inuit Carved Black Stone Bird Japanese pocket knife as well as a mentionMy photos don't really capture the spirit of this Inuit bird, which for me is all about the torque of the head, giving it a sense of movement and also, I think, a sense of curiosity. To me it feels quite animated, as if watching, listening and intuiting all at once. 5 1 4 l x 1 5 8 w x 2 3 4 t, with syllabic signature and disc number on the underside, plus original authentication sticker. Very good vintage condition with irregularities indigenous to