Inuit Art: Sculpture & Graphics

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LOT 75

Lot 75

Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)

Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)
Lot 75 Details
Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985), Kimmirut (Lake Harbour)

TWO SWIMMING WHALES

stone
signed in Roman
4 x 14 x 8 in — 10.2 x 35.6 x 20.3 cm; 4 x 16 x 8 in — 10.2 x 40.6 x 20.3 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $500
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Important:

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

Lot Report

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Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)
  • Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)
  • Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)
  • Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)
  • Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)
  • Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)
  • Mosesie Kolola ᒧᓯᓯ ᑯᓗᓚ (1930-1985)
Provenance:

Fred and Laura Reif Collection of Inuit Art, Berkeley, CA
Private Collection, British Columbia

CONDITION DETAILS

Good condition overall.
Loss to a fluke of one whale's tail.
Please contact the specialist for further condition information.

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  • 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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