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The Art of Canada Auction (Inuit Art)

May 30, 2016

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LOT 164

Lot 164

MIRIAM MAREALIK QIYUK, BAKER LAKE/QAMANI’TUAQ

MIRIAM MAREALIK QIYUK, BAKER LAKE/QAMANI’TUAQ
Lot 164 Details
MIRIAM MAREALIK QIYUK, BAKER LAKE/QAMANI’TUAQ, E2-387, Baker Lake

A FAMILY

stone
signed in Roman, c. 1980
3.75 ins x 13 ins x 5 ins; 9.5 cms x 33 cms x 12.7 cms

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $1,353
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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MIRIAM MAREALIK QIYUK, BAKER LAKE/QAMANI’TUAQ
  • MIRIAM MAREALIK QIYUK, BAKER LAKE/QAMANI’TUAQ
Note:

Miriam is the daughter of accomplished graphic and textile artist Jessie Oonark. A textile artist herself, Miriam carved in the black basalt stone common to Baker Lake with her own signature style. Her sculptures are usually flat almost relief carved works of families or a cluster of people seemingly posing for a photo.

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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