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LOT 85

Lot 85

Napatchie Pootoogook ᓇᐸᓯ ᐳᑐᒍ (1938-2002)

Napatchie Pootoogook ᓇᐸᓯ ᐳᑐᒍ (1938-2002)
Lot 85 Details
Napatchie Pootoogook ᓇᐸᓯ ᐳᑐᒍ (1938-2002), Kinngait (Cape Dorset)

BIRD SPIRITS, 1960

stonecut
titled, dated, and numbered 44/50; artist's name in Roman
sheet 19.25 x 23.75 in — 48.9 x 60.3 cm

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $2,250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Private Collection, Gettysburg, PA

CONDITION DETAILS

Very good overall condition.
Some cockling and discolouration to perimeter, minor foxing.
Transfer of chop mark in lower left hand quadrant, possibly artist generated.
Small repair to upper left hand corner.
Unframed.

LOT 85
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  • 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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