Inuit Art Auction including First Nations Art

November 16, 2015

LOT 127

Lot 127

LUKTA QIATSUK (1928-2004)

LUKTA QIATSUK (1928-2004)
Lot 127 Details
LUKTA QIATSUK (1928-2004), E7-1060, Cape Dorset

PREENING LOON

stone
1982, signed in syllabics
4.5" x 12" x 5" — 11.4 x 30.5 x 12.7 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $4,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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LUKTA QIATSUK (1928-2004)
  • LUKTA QIATSUK (1928-2004)
  • LUKTA QIATSUK (1928-2004)
  • LUKTA QIATSUK (1928-2004)
Provenance:

Collection of a prominent American collector and dealer, CT.

Note:

Lukta was a known for being a sculptor, graphic artist and an important printer in the print shop having been involved with hundreds of major prints. The grace and elegance of his loons are comparable to the work of his cousin, Sheokjuk Oqutaq.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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