Inuit Art Auction

May 06, 2013

LOT 108

Lot 108

PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)

PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)
Lot 108 Details
PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006), E7-1176, Cape Dorset

A FAMILY OF MUSK OXEN

stone
6.78" x 12" x 4" — 17.2 x 30.5 x 10.2 cm.; 7" x 10.5" x 4.5" — 17.8 x 26.7 x 11.4 cm.; 3.75" x 7" x 2.5" — 9.5 x 17.8 x 6.4 cm.

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $4,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)
  • PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)
  • PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)
  • PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)
  • PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)
  • PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)
  • PAULASSIE POOTOOGOOK (1927-2006)
Provenance:

The “Red” Pederson Collection,
Waddington’s Auctioneers & Appraisers, December 1981, page 62, lot 452, illustrated on page 63,
Private collection, Toronto

Note:

“There are three of these pieces in the collection, fine and typical examples of his work. Each one has that remarkable continual line that goes from the head right through under the belly up to the tail.” - Red Pederson

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 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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