Inuit Art Auction

June 01, 2015

LOT 110

Lot 110

LUKE AIRUT (1942-)

LUKE AIRUT (1942-)
Lot 110 Details
LUKE AIRUT (1942-), E5-556, Igloolik

ELABORATELY CARVED SKULL

bone, ivory, skin, antler, stone
signed in Roman
10" x 24" x 9.25" — 25.4 x 61 x 23.5 cm.

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $5,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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LUKE AIRUT (1942-)
  • LUKE AIRUT (1942-)
  • LUKE AIRUT (1942-)
  • LUKE AIRUT (1942-)
  • LUKE AIRUT (1942-)
  • LUKE AIRUT (1942-)
Provenance:

Acquired directly from the artist by the vendor, c. 2003

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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