Inuit Art Auction

May 29, 2018

LOT 33

Lot 33

INUK CHARLIE (1956-)

INUK CHARLIE (1956-)
Lot 33 Details
INUK CHARLIE (1956-), E4-735, Spence Bay

PERCHED FALCON

stone
signed in syllabics, c. 1994
4.5 x 7.5 x 2.75 in — 11.4 x 19.1 x 5.7 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $408
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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INUK CHARLIE (1956-)
  • INUK CHARLIE (1956-)
  • INUK CHARLIE (1956-)
  • INUK CHARLIE (1956-)
Note:

Inuk Charlie is the son of artists Charlie Ugyuk and Peeteegootee. His mother designed the original Spence Bay packing dolls. Inuk learned to carve at a young age and later in life when he became a working artist, he focused on animals as his preferred subject. See lot 74 for Charlie Ugyuk’s falcons in bone.

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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