Inuit Carved Soapstone Canadian Goose, 7 Inches, Mid-Century assembled but it might shine up

but it might shine up a bit)

these boxes feature in museum collections around the world

which make me think

and a "Yo" on one short end--and there is definitely more to decipher

including for the grades and comments written on the inside by Mrs

Inuit Carved Soapstone Canadian Goose, 7 Inches, Mid-Century assembled but it might shine upI was not prepared for the scale and weight and terrific presence! of this Inuit carved goose, which I purchased online it is less of carving to add to the menagerie, and more of a substantial sculpture, to give pride of place. And, having spent a few years on a farm negotiating geese, which were extremely territorial and fiercely protective of one another, I think it beautifully captures the posture, poise and pride of the goose, always on the watch