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Inuit Art Auction

November 22, 2016

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LOT 180

Lot 180

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Lot 180 Details
UNIDENTIFIED, Spence Bay / Taloyoak

TRANSFORMING SHAMAN WITH HELPER SPIRIT

whalebone
c. 1960’s
17" x 14" x 8" — 43.2 x 35.6 x 20.3 cm.

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $1,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Provenance:

The Collection of Dr. Francis Sparshott, 1973

Note:

A definitive attribution has not been assigned for this work. It is possible, based on stylistic similarities, that it is the work of Josie Ittiruttak (1899-1975). See Darlene Coward Wight, Art & Expression of the Netsilik, 2000, page 77. Sparshott noted this work to be attributed to Ookitook, presumably this would be Maudie or husband James Okittuq, however stylistically similar works have not been documented.

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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