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LOT 71

Lot 71

Noah Nuna ᓄᐊ (b. 1900), Mannumi Shaqu ᒪᓄᒥ ᓴᑯ (1917-2000), Unidentified Artist

Noah Nuna ᓄᐊ (b. 1900), Mannumi Shaqu ᒪᓄᒥ ᓴᑯ (1917-2000), Unidentified Artist
Lot 71 Details
Noah Nuna ᓄᐊ (b. 1900), Mannumi Shaqu ᒪᓄᒥ ᓴᑯ (1917-2000), Unidentified Artist, Iqaluit (Frobisher Bay), Kinngait (Cape Dorset)

THREE BEARS

stone, whalebone
signed in syllabics; disc number inscribed; second bear disc number inscribed; third bear unsigned
3.75 x 2.75 x 8 in — 9.5 x 7 x 20.3 cm

Estimate $250-$450

Realised: $246
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Noah Nuna ᓄᐊ (b. 1900), Mannumi Shaqu ᒪᓄᒥ ᓴᑯ (1917-2000), Unidentified Artist
  • Noah Nuna ᓄᐊ (b. 1900), Mannumi Shaqu ᒪᓄᒥ ᓴᑯ (1917-2000), Unidentified Artist
  • Noah Nuna ᓄᐊ (b. 1900), Mannumi Shaqu ᒪᓄᒥ ᓴᑯ (1917-2000), Unidentified Artist
Provenance:

Private Collection, Hamilton, ON

Note:

Many countries prohibit or restrict importation or exportation of property containing ivory, whale bone, sealskin, and/or products derived from other endangered or protected species, and require special licenses or permits in order to import or export such property. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that the item is properly and lawfully exported / imported. Please do not hesitate to contact one of our specialists for further details.

CONDITION DETAILS

Overall good condition. Old repair done to middle section of bear, also missing tip of ear.

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