Inuit Art Auction

November 18, 2013

LOT 7

Lot 7

WINNIE TATYA (1931-)

WINNIE TATYA (1931-)
Lot 7 Details
WINNIE TATYA (1931-), E2-312, Baker Lake

FOLIAGE (TWO WALL HANGINGS)

stroud, embroidery floss
signed in syllabics
10.5" x 13" — 26.7 x 33 cm.; 11" x 27" — 27.9 x 68.6 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

“One might also draw attention to Winnie Tatya’s classically-organized compositions... all tightly embroidered with great and rewarding care.”
Robert Kardosh, Works on Cloth, Imagery by artists of Baker Lake, Nunavut, Marion Scott Gallery, ex. cat. 2002, p. 10

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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