Spring Inuit Auction

April 30, 2012

LOT 128

Lot 128

Attr: OSUITOK IPEELEE (1923-2005)

Attr: OSUITOK IPEELEE (1923-2005)
Lot 128 Details
Attr: OSUITOK IPEELEE (1923-2005), E7-1154, Cape Dorset

MOTHER WITH CHILD IN HER AMAUT

stone
c. 1955
10.5" x 7" x 5.5" — 26.7 x 17.8 x 14 cm.

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $10,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Attr: OSUITOK IPEELEE (1923-2005)
  • Attr: OSUITOK IPEELEE (1923-2005)
  • Attr: OSUITOK IPEELEE (1923-2005)
  • Attr: OSUITOK IPEELEE (1923-2005)
Provenance:

The vendor received the work as a wedding present in 1956 from her Aunt who was working with James Houston at the time.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 128
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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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