Sea mammals were a principle form of protein and fat. Meat from a kill was shared along lines of community protocol. Distributing large hunks of bloody, oily meat and blubber was made easier with the aid of a bone hook set into a wood handle.  This example has a grip-enhancing seal head carved into the butt end.  The hook is secured with a bone peg and hide lashing.  Rudimentary line art decorates the handle sides.   13 3/4” long.                                                                 
 $1,400