{"product_id":"vintage-alaska-walrus-plate-bering-sea-originals-hand-painted-1980","title":"Vintage Alaska Walrus Plate Bering Sea Originals Hand Painted 1980","description":"🦭 Straight from the edge of the Arctic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis striking hand-painted ceramic plate features a powerful walrus resting on sea ice, rendered in bold black brushwork against a creamy ivory ground. Produced by Bering Sea Originals and clearly marked \"Hand Painted - Made in Alaska - 1980,\" this piece captures the strength and quiet presence of Arctic wildlife through traditional Alaskan folk-art style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSigned \"ARNIK\" on the front, the plate is both a decorative art piece and a collectible example of late-20th-century Alaska-made artwork. Perfect for wall display, cabin décor, or a curated wildlife collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic, regional, and increasingly hard to find.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eITEM IDENTIFICATION:\u003cbr\u003e• Maker: Bering Sea Originals\u003cbr\u003e• Artist Signature: \"ARNIK\" (front)\u003cbr\u003e• Year of Manufacture: 1980\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Made in Alaska, USA\u003cbr\u003e• Medium: Hand-painted ceramic\u003cbr\u003e• Subject: Walrus \/ Arctic wildlife\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMEASUREMENTS:\u003cbr\u003e• Diameter: approx. 10 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION STATEMENT:\u003cbr\u003eVery good vintage condition. No cracks or repairs observed. Minor surface wear consistent with age. Original hanging hardware present on reverse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFUN FACT:\u003cbr\u003eBering Sea Originals produced hand-painted plates in Alaska during the late 1970s-1980s as part of a movement to preserve regional wildlife art using traditional imagery and local production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHIPPING \u0026amp; HANDLING:\u003cbr\u003ePackaged securely with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRETURNS:\u003cbr\u003eNo returns unless not as described or pictured.","brand":"Bering Sea Originals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46215925498006,"sku":"t9gW0Ws0Qt3LhTkk","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/7036\/8406\/files\/25667d87-0865-5c97-ab9b-869569209441.jpg?v=1769635951","url":"https:\/\/highplainsheritagestudio.com\/products\/vintage-alaska-walrus-plate-bering-sea-originals-hand-painted-1980","provider":"High Plains Mercantile","version":"1.0","type":"link"}