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Small Wonders of Inuit Art

April 16 — 21, 2022
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LOT 6

Lot 6

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Lot 6 Details
UNIDENTIFIED ARTIST, Iglulik (Igloolik)

MOTHER AND CHILD, KNEELING MAN

stone
unsigned
largest 3 x 1.5 x 1.25 in — 7.9 x 3.6 x 3 cm

Estimate $150-$250

Realised: $420
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Provenance:

Private collection, Ontario

Note:

Surfaces bristling with fine detail, these two carvings have an outsized character for their modest scale.

One of a handful of sculptures in the present auction acquired by Hugo Vaes in the mid-1950s while stationed in the Arctic alongside the Canadian Army. All of the works collected by Vaes are notable for their detailed and carefully executed carving. Please note the contemporary photograph of Mr. Vaes shown here for reference.

CONDITION DETAILS

Drilled hole in underside of kneeling figure, overall very 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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