Inuit Art Auction including First Nations Art

November 16, 2015

LOT 58

Lot 58

JOE TALIRUNILI (1893-1976)

JOE TALIRUNILI (1893-1976)
Lot 58 Details
JOE TALIRUNILI (1893-1976), E9-818, Povungnituk

LOON

stone
c. 1967, signed in Roman
4" x 7.25" x 1.5" — 10.2 x 18.4 x 3.8 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $900
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Additional Images
JOE TALIRUNILI (1893-1976)
  • JOE TALIRUNILI (1893-1976)
Note:

This piece is reminiscent of Paulusi Paulusi’s style of loon. See Darlene Coward Wight, Early Masters, Inuit Sculpture, 1949-1955, The Winnipeg Art Gallery, p. 60

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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