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Inuit Art Online Auction

November 15, 2012

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LOT 38

Lot 38

ABRAHAM ETUNGAT (1911-1999)

ABRAHAM ETUNGAT (1911-1999)
Lot 38 Details
ABRAHAM ETUNGAT (1911-1999), E7-809, Cape Dorset

WALKING HUNTER

stone
36" x 8" x 11" — 91.4 x 20.3 x 27.9 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,500

Realised: $2,940
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Acquired through Beverly Borins, Toronto
Private Collection, Toronto

Note:

“[Etungat] is a carver who is generally engaged in creating works of considerable power. He takes pride in his creations and will not bring a piece of sculpture to the co-operative that does not meet his standards of quality and creativity.”
- from Ryan, Terrance P., Abraham Etungat Sculpture, exh. cat., Images Art Gallery (Toronto, ON), 1981

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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