Inuit Art

November 19, 2019

LOT 75

Lot 75

ISA OOMAYOUALOOK (1915-1976)

ISA OOMAYOUALOOK (1915-1976)
Lot 75 Details
ISA OOMAYOUALOOK (1915-1976), Port Harrison / Inukjuak

HUNTER OVER WALRUS HOLE

stone, ivory, antler, hide, soap inlay
c.1951
10.75 x 3.25 x 4.5 in — 27.3 x 8.3 x 11.4 cm

Estimate $2,000-$4,000

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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ISA OOMAYOUALOOK (1915-1976)
  • ISA OOMAYOUALOOK (1915-1976)
  • ISA OOMAYOUALOOK (1915-1976)
  • ISA OOMAYOUALOOK (1915-1976)
Provenance:

Private Collection, Hamilton, Ontario

Note:

An early and well-executed version of a frequent subject matter of the artist. For a similar work see, Darlene Coward Wight, Early Masters: Inuit Sculpture 1949-1955, Winnipeg Art Gallery, 2006, p. 56.

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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