8" Ptarmigan Bird by Ning Ashoona *Gert* Inuit paintings What is especially captivating about

What is especially captivating about this piece

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The eyes really make this piece come alive

8" Ptarmigan Bird by Ning Ashoona *Gert* Inuit paintings What is especially captivating aboutInuit art: Ptarmigan Inuit Artist: Ningeosiak Ashoona Size: 9" across, (8" horizontal), 4" high Community: Cape Dorset, NU 11 22 Stone: Serpentine id: dfa 7041Peejy The Ptarmigan is related to the grouse family and just happens to be the official bird of Nunavut. Gert is so elegant, Her tail feathers cascade onto the ground like an expensive ball gown. Her posture is perfect. She leans forward allowing her audience to adore her feathers, her curves