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May 29, 2025 at 6:00 pm ET

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LOT 40

Lot 40

Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021)

Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021)
Lot 40 Details
Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021), Paulatuk

STALKING BEAR, 1997

stone, ivory
signed in Roman; dated; accompanied by a "Canada Eskimo Art" tag inscribed "Floyd Kuptana / Paulatuk/Toronto / 1996 / Bear"
7.5 x 19.5 x 6 in — 19.1 x 49.5 x 15.2 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,750
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021)
  • Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021)
  • Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021)
  • Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021)
  • Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021)
  • Floyd Kuptana (1964-2021)
Provenance:

Private Collection, Montreal, QC

CONDITION DETAILS

Very good overall condition.
Minor imperfections, scattered abrasions.

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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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