Building on the style and legacy of his father, Nooveya (Nuveya) Ipellie, Seepee Ipellie’s work reflects a mastery of bold, rounded forms and intricate textures. In this muskox sculpture, rendered in dark green stone, the artist emphasizes the creature’s commanding stature, balancing its bulk with a sense of grace.

The composition is both tactile and detailed, with inset eyes that lend the muskox a lifelike intensity, drawing the viewer into its gaze. The addition of bone to form the animal’s distinctive curved horns highlights Ipellie’s technical skill and his ability to blend materials seamlessly. The contrast between the polished upper surface and the textured lower half further animates the piece, evoking the dense fur and rugged environment of the Arctic.