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The Other World: Spirits, Demons, and Visions of Transformation

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LOT 22

Lot 22

PIERRE AUPILARDUK (b. 1961)

PIERRE AUPILARDUK (b. 1961)
Lot 22 Details
PIERRE AUPILARDUK (b. 1961), Kangiqliniq (Rankin Inlet)

WOMAN HOLDING QULLIQ

ceramic
signed in syllabics and Roman, dated 2004
6.5 x 5 x 6.5 in — 16.5 x 12.7 x 16.5 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $384
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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PIERRE AUPILARDUK (b. 1961)
  • PIERRE AUPILARDUK (b. 1961)
  • PIERRE AUPILARDUK (b. 1961)
  • PIERRE AUPILARDUK (b. 1961)
Note:

Pierre Aupilarduk is a ceramic artist currently working out of the Matchbox Gallery studios in Kangiqliniq (Rankin Inlet). Aupilardjuk has worked at the gallery since its inception in 1987, and is currently an instructor and manager at the studio. A skilled ceramicist, Aupilardjuk is known for portraying familial scenes amidst images of fantastical transformation, as here in this charming work, Woman Holding Qulliq.

This lot is accompanied by an original Canadian Eskimo Art label reading "Pierre Aupilarduk / Rankin Inlet / Man Holding Kunlik 23-240186."


Related works:

Nelson, Michael, “Pierre Aupilardjuk on Inuit Traditions” Youtube. Accessed February 21, 2022. Click here to read more.

References:

The Matchbox Gallery, “Pierre Aupilarduk”. Accessed February 21, 2022. http://www.thematchboxgallery.com/PIerre_Aupilardjuk.html.

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor firing imperfection. Overall very good condition.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 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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