Inuit Art Auction – Session 1

April 06, 2009

LOT 264

Lot 264

Unidentified

Unidentified
Lot 264 Details
Unidentified, Nunivak Island

SPIRIT MASK

wood, paint, feathers
two concentric bentwood rings haloing the face; holes in rings filled with various animal and fish appendages and human limbs
6" x 21" x 19" — 15.2 x 53.3 x 48.3 cm.

Estimate $6,000-$9,000

Realised: $6,875
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Additional Images
Unidentified
  • Unidentified

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 264
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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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