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LOT 103

Lot 103

Pauloosie Kovik

Pauloosie Kovik
Lot 103 Details
Pauloosie Kovik, Kimmirut (Lake Harbour)

BEAR DREAMS OF NARWHAL, CA. 1960S

ivory, baleen
unsigned; old inventory tag on underside reads: "385 / Paulusse Kovik"
2.25 x 5 x 1 in — 5.7 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $2,750
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Provenance:

Private Collection, Toronto, ON

CONDITION DETAILS

Very good overall condition.
Irregularities inherent in material.
Possible later replacement of one tusk.

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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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