Aloysius Pikonganna, Inupiaq (Alaskan Inupiat Eskimo)

yer: Nome

Doğmuş: 1909

Ölüm: 1986

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Aloysius Pikonganna was an Inupiaq artist from Nome, Alaska. He was born in 1909 and passed away in 1986. Pikonganna was known for his intricate carvings and cribbage boards, often featuring traditional Alaskan Native motifs and animals such as polar bears and walruses. His work has been exhibited in museums and sold at auction, with some pieces fetching high prices. Pikonganna's art is an important representation of Inupiaq culture and tradition.