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Inuit Art Auction

May 30, 2017

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LOT 90

Lot 90

Possibly: OSUITOK IPEELEE, R.C.A. (1923-2005)

Possibly: OSUITOK IPEELEE, R.C.A. (1923-2005)
Lot 90 Details
Possibly: OSUITOK IPEELEE, R.C.A. (1923-2005), E7-1154, Cape Dorset / Kinngait

GOOSE PREENING

stone
c. 1970
14" x 10" x 6" — 35.6 x 25.4 x 15.2 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Possibly: OSUITOK IPEELEE, R.C.A. (1923-2005)
  • Possibly: OSUITOK IPEELEE, R.C.A. (1923-2005)
  • Possibly: OSUITOK IPEELEE, R.C.A. (1923-2005)
  • Possibly: OSUITOK IPEELEE, R.C.A. (1923-2005)
  • Possibly: OSUITOK IPEELEE, R.C.A. (1923-2005)
Provenance:

The Sparham Collection of Inuit Art, Wales, U.K.

Note:

A stone excellent for carving, in beautiful shades of green was discovered near Markham Bay at the south Baffin Island coastline in 1954. The master carvers from Cape Dorset carved some of the finest sculptures to come out of the North from this stone.

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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