Inuit Art Auction

May 06, 2013

LOT 30

Lot 30

JOHNNY MEEKO SR. (1933-)

JOHNNY MEEKO SR. (1933-)
Lot 30 Details
JOHNNY MEEKO SR. (1933-), E9-68, Sanikiluaq

BOAR

stone
inscribed with disc number, 1972
2.4" x 2" x 5.25" — 6.1 x 5.1 x 13.3 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $504
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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JOHNNY MEEKO SR. (1933-)
  • JOHNNY MEEKO SR. (1933-)
Provenance:

The Anne & Gerard Mulders’ Collection, Yellowknife,
Waddington’s Auctioneers & Appraisers. Toronto, 1981
Private collection, Toronto

Note:

Illustrated in “The Mulders’ Collection of Eskimo Sculpture”, The Winnipeg Art Gallery, March 14th - July 4th, 1976. Fig.29

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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