Inuit Art: Featuring Part II of the Dr. Norman Epstein Collection

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September 24, 2026 at 3:00 pm ET

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LOT 9

Lot 9

Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018)

Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018)
Lot 9 Details
Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018), Iglulik (Igloolik)

MUSK OX, 2001

stone, antler
signed in Roman; accompanied by a "Canada Eskimo Art" tag inscribed "Lukie Airut / Igoolik / 2001"
8 x 8 x 11.5 in — 20.3 x 20.3 x 29.2 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $3,250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Important:

This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.

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Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018)
  • Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018)
  • Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018)
  • Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018)
  • Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018)
  • Luke Airut ᐊᐃᕈ (1942-2018)
Provenance:

Private Collection, Alberta

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 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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