Inuit Art Auction

June 02, 2014

LOT 101

Lot 101

JOHN KAVIK (1897-1993)

JOHN KAVIK (1897-1993)
Lot 101 Details
JOHN KAVIK (1897-1993), E2-290, Rankin Inlet

STANDING MAN

stone
1973
8.25" x 4.5" x 1.5" — 21 x 11.4 x 3.8 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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JOHN KAVIK (1897-1993)
  • JOHN KAVIK (1897-1993)
  • JOHN KAVIK (1897-1993)
  • JOHN KAVIK (1897-1993)
  • JOHN KAVIK (1897-1993)
Provenance:

The Balt collection, CA

Between the years of 1964 to 1977 the Balts worked as a nurse and a teacher/Federal Government representative in Ivuyivik, Great Whale River and Rankin Inlet. They acquired carvings directly from the artists.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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