Drumming on Inukshuk 849000049

Artist: Jaco Ishulutak
Region: Pangnirtung
Material: Serpentine and Caribou Antler
Dimensions:

Height: 20″
Width: 15″
Depth: 5″

In Inuit culture, drumming on an inukshuk symbolizes a connection to the past, the land, and the spirits. The inukshuk, a stone structure built to resemble a human figure, serves as a guide and a marker of direction, representing the wisdom and strength of ancestors. The act of drumming on it is seen as a way to honor these traditions, call upon ancestral spirits, and seek guidance or protection. The rhythm of the drum connects the physical and spiritual worlds, reinforcing the bond between the Inuit people, their history, and the natural world around them.

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