Inuit Art Online Auction

February 16, 2012

LOT 31

Lot 31

MANNUMI SHAQU (1917-2000)

MANNUMI SHAQU (1917-2000)
Lot 31 Details
MANNUMI SHAQU (1917-2000), E7-824, Cape Dorset

ETCHED TUSK WITH SEAL BASE AND ANIMAL DETAIL

stone, ivory
ca. 1980, signed in Roman, disc number inscribed
16.25" x 8.25" x 3.25" — 41.3 x 21 x 8.3 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $312
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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MANNUMI SHAQU (1917-2000)
  • MANNUMI SHAQU (1917-2000)

CONDITION DETAILS

small chip on base, some wear around the contact between the tusk and the base.

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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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