Seal Gut Hand-Sewn Raincoat-Hardwood Display-Very Rare Museum Quality-Unique Traditional Eskimo Hand-Sewn Item Start Price USD 875.00 Current Price USD 875.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, July 03, 2008 End Time Thursday, July 10, 2008 Location Anchorage, AK See more about 'Seal Gut Hand-Sewn Raincoat-Hardwood Display-Very Rare' Description Alaska Seal Gut Hand-Sewn Raincoat in Exceptional Display CaseChild-Size Raincoat--Textile Art Materials The raincoat is seal intestine that's been traditionally hand-sewn. A few decorative pieces have been sewn on that are made of yarn, beads, and possibly fox skin. The shadow box is a solid hardwood with an optical-quality cover. Size The display case is 27 1/2 inches high by 21 12 inches wide. The raincoat is approximately 20 1/2 inches tall and 14 1/2 inches wide. Condition Excellent: Please reference chart below. Value It's very difficult to find comparables at any galleries. An adult seal gut park was shown at an Anchorage gallery for $8,000. BID WITH CONFIDENCE! This incredible hand-sewn seal gut raincoat is covered with a 100% money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied.   Condition Chart New/Mint Item is brand new or never used. Most Times in original packaging. May have been displayed. Like new Item has been opened from its original packaging and may have been used once or twice, but there are no visible signs of wear. Good Condition Item has been used, but is still in good working order. Some wear may be evident. Gently Used Item has been used and shows some wear. Marks or scratches may be evident. Item is still in working order. Heavily Used Item has been used and shows obvious signs of wear and tear. Item may or may not be in working order and is not eligible for refund.  Legal and Other InformationThe marine mammal parts used to create this piece of art were harvested by Alaska Native subsistence hunters in full compliance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 and the amendments of 2001. The Native Alaskan's respect for animals is expressed throught the quality of their work. The raw marine mammal parts have been transformed into a piece of art by an Alaska Native artist. All relevant state, federal, and international permits have been obtained. This item is owned and is being sold by an Alaskan Native, and it meets all legal requirements as Alaskan Native art. The sale and shipment of this item is only legal within the United States of America. No purchase or bids will be accepted outside of the USA. Records of the item, place of origin, and artist are photographed and documented for future reference. Responsibility of this auction and the description herein is the sole responsibility of Art World Alaska. Place a Bid!