If you’re searching for a big snowy owl ornament, Gail Ann’s Ookpik collection is your choice. This lovely design radiates a cute aura and promises to fill your room with a joyful ambiance. This adorable 9-inch-tall snowy owl isn’t just for holiday decoration—it can also be a charming ornament or toy for children’s room.
An Ookpik / Ukpik / Uppik / ᐅᒃᐱᒃ or “Snowy Owl” in English is a popular Inuit handicraft toy which is embellished with large eyes. Ukpik crafts are often made from wolf fur, sealskin, and other traditional materials.
Jeannie Snowball is the original creator of this beautiful historical craft. She was from Kuujjuaq, Nunavik. There is a beautiful story behind the Ookpik, where the snowy owl saved Jeannie and her family from starvation.
You can get to know the Ookpik and its story through 5 Inuit artists in a great article featured on Inuit Art Foundation: https://www.inuitartfoundation.org/iaq-online/get-to-know-ookpik-through-5-inuit-artists
Materials
- Sealskin
Colors:
- As shown
Size:
- 9 inches
About seal fur
- Seal fur is ethically sourced in Canada from Indigenous sources when available.
- Seal fur is dyed according to environmental rules in Canada.
- Products are made carefully to the highest quality.
Shipping
- Shipping: $25.00
- No exchange or returns