Hokkaido Ussuri Brown Bear Carving, for Age Estimate?

I found this in a going-out-of-business Antique store recently.

It seemed, especially the head & face, quite unusual compared to the more common Japanese bear carvings. The fine detail in the fur, the white vs black eyes, the bone teeth,
and the absence of a salmon all appealed strongly. There are a few chips (one ear, and the upper front of the mouth), and the upper canines are missing.

It's about 12 inches long (right-front to left-hind paw), and 7 inches high at the head. It looks like Teak, or Mahogany.

Is this a familiar and/or common rendering? All of your comments are welcome, and will be gratefully acknowledged!

Thanks...Warren