Sea hunters in Russia's east tell stories through bone carving

The Chukchi and the Eskimos are creators and keepers of the tradition of hunting at sea. This lifestyle gave rise to the art of carving and engraving, as it provides both food and the raw material on which the images of their harsh reality can be portrayed.

Chukchi and Eskimos are keepers of the tradition of hunting at sea. This lifestyle gave rise to the art of carving and engraving, as it provides both food and the raw material on which the images of their harsh reality can be portrayed.

All rights reserved by Rossiyskaya Gazeta.

This website uses cookies. Click here to find out more.

Accept cookies