Inuit Art Auction

May 29, 2018

LOT 68

Lot 68

LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000)

LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000)
Lot 68 Details
LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000), E7-1055, Cape Dorset / Kinngait

OWL

stone
c. 1970
18 x 10 x 7 in — 45.7 x 25.4 x 17.8 cm

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

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

Lot Report

Additional Images
LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000)
  • LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000)
  • LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000)
  • LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000)
  • LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000)
Provenance:

Calgary Galleries Ltd., Calgary, 1973,
The Estate of Katerina Haka-Ikse, Toronto

Note:

Hulking, unusual bird-like creatures are the most admired and collected of Latcholassie’s works. Different from other artist’s naturalist or elegant renditions of birds, Latcholassie’s stark and minimalist style echoes that of his father Tudlik’s carvings. Using limited markings and scarce definition, his birds look lively with character and animation. In this way he demonstrates an ardent ability to achieve abstract expressiveness within a limited range or work.

CONDITION DETAILS

For condition information please contact the specialist.

LOT 68
×

About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.