Major Fall Auction: Inuit Art

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November 28, 2024 at 6:00 pm ET

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LOT 13

Lot 13

Lukta Qiatsuk ᓗᑕ ᑭᐊᓱᑲ (1928-2004)

Lukta Qiatsuk ᓗᑕ ᑭᐊᓱᑲ (1928-2004)
Lot 13 Details
Lukta Qiatsuk ᓗᑕ ᑭᐊᓱᑲ (1928-2004), Kinngait (Cape Dorset)

BASKING WALRUS, CA. 1985

stone, ivory
signed in syllabics
7.25 x 6.5 x 5.75 in — 18.4 x 16.5 x 14.6 cm

Estimate $700-$900

Realised: $750
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Lukta Qiatsuk ᓗᑕ ᑭᐊᓱᑲ (1928-2004)
  • Lukta Qiatsuk ᓗᑕ ᑭᐊᓱᑲ (1928-2004)
  • Lukta Qiatsuk ᓗᑕ ᑭᐊᓱᑲ (1928-2004)
  • Lukta Qiatsuk ᓗᑕ ᑭᐊᓱᑲ (1928-2004)
  • Lukta Qiatsuk ᓗᑕ ᑭᐊᓱᑲ (1928-2004)
Provenance:

Private Collection, Toronto, ON

CONDITION DETAILS

Very good overall condition.
Minor imperfections.
Possible minute loss or abrasion to front proper right flipper.
Please contact the specialist for further condition information.

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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