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June 09, 2022 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 41

Lot 41

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Lot 41 Details
UNIDENTIFIED ARTIST, Kinngait (Cape Dorset)

WALRUS EMERGING FROM ICE

stone, ivory
unsigned
2.75 x 2 x 2.25 in — 7 x 5.1 x 5.7 cm

Estimate $150-$250

Realised: $840
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Provenance:

Private collection, Toronto, ON

Note:

A walrus emerging from a hole in the ice has been charmingly rendered here by an unknown artist. The sculpture is carved from the stone such that its areas of inherent mottled brown colouration draw attention to the animal’s face, as do the fine incised designs that depict its whiskers.


Many countries prohibit or restrict importation or exportation of property containing ivory, whale bone, sealskin, and/or products derived from other endangered or protected species, and require special licenses or permits in order to import or export such property. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that the item is properly and lawfully exported / imported. Please do not hesitate to contact one of our specialists for further details.

CONDITION DETAILS

Slight loss to one tusk, overall very good condition.

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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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.