About Lars Pirak
Lived 1932 – 2008 (aged 76). Lars Pirak was a Swedish artist.
Lars Pirak (27 July 1932 – 2 October 2008) was a Lule and North Sámi artist, yoiker and duodji master from Jokkmokk, Sweden. The Faculty of Arts at the University of Umeå conferred an honorary Doctorate on Pirak in 2003 in recognition of his contribution to the Sámi culture. Pirak created works of art for the Sámi Folk High School in Jokkmokk and for the town hall in Piteå. He also has pieces in museums across the world.
Saltripa The Saltripa is one of Pirak's most well-known designs. These white salt cellars are crafted in the shape of a ptarmigan; they were originally made from reindeer antler and later, silver. The bowl forms the body of the ptarmigan and the spoon is its tail.
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Who was Lars Pirak?
Swedish Sámi artist (1932-2008)
When was Lars Pirak born?
Lars Pirak was born on 27 July 1932.
When did Lars Pirak die?
Lars Pirak died on 2 October 2008 in Jokkmokk church parish.
What was Lars Pirak's occupation?
Lars Pirak was an artist.
What nationality was Lars Pirak?
Lars Pirak was Swedish.
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