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LOT 66

Lot 66

LUCY QINNUAYUAK ᓗᓯ ᑭᓐᐅᐊᔪᐊ (1915-1982)

LUCY QINNUAYUAK ᓗᓯ ᑭᓐᐅᐊᔪᐊ (1915-1982)
Lot 66 Details
LUCY QINNUAYUAK ᓗᓯ ᑭᓐᐅᐊᔪᐊ (1915-1982), Kinngait (Cape Dorset)

ROCK BIRD

stonecut
1968, 24/50, unframed
17 x 24.5 in — 55.9 x 62.2 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $300
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Estate of W.A. Ross MacFadden, Toronto, ON

Note:

Lively and surreal in form, the present work is representative of Qinnuayuak’s turn toward the fantastical in her representation of avian subjects. The bird here is shown with whirling tail feathers, and laurel-like feathers encircling its face.

CONDITION DETAILS

Tape staining along perimeter of paper, small stain spot within tail feathers. Soft handing dents, inclusions inherent in paper. Overall 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.)

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