Inuit Art Auction

November 07, 2011

LOT 301

Lot 301

ABRAHAM APAKARK ANGHIK

ABRAHAM APAKARK ANGHIK
Lot 301 Details
ABRAHAM APAKARK ANGHIK, E9-815, Salt Spring Island

BIRD MASK

stone
dated 2002, signed in Roman
12.5" x 8.5" x 7.5" — 31.8 x 21.6 x 19.1 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,500

Realised: $1,230
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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ABRAHAM APAKARK ANGHIK
  • ABRAHAM APAKARK ANGHIK
Note:

“In the Inuit culture, when a bird is on a person’s head, it indicates that the person has shamanic abilities.”

Darlene Wight, “Out of Tradition: Abraham Anghik/ David Ruben Piqtoukun.” Pg. 64. Winnipeg Art Gallery, Canada. 1989.

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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