Inuit Art Auction

May 29, 2018

LOT 43

Lot 43

KENOJUAK ASHEVAK, C.C.. R.C.A. (1927-2013)

KENOJUAK ASHEVAK, C.C.. R.C.A. (1927-2013)
Lot 43 Details
KENOJUAK ASHEVAK, C.C.. R.C.A. (1927-2013), E7-1035, Cape Dorset / Kinngait

SEDNA AND BIRD

felt tip and coloured pencil drawing
signed in syllabics,
20 x 25.75 in — 50.8 x 65.4 cm

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $4,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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KENOJUAK ASHEVAK, C.C.. R.C.A. (1927-2013)
  • KENOJUAK ASHEVAK, C.C.. R.C.A. (1927-2013)
Literature:

Jean Blodgett, Kenojuak, 1985, page 51 - 52.

Note:

This drawing illustrates Kenojuak’s precision in drawing. “Pencils and felt pens seem best suited to her manner of working. ...Although Kenojuak’s drawings are characterized by her strict control of line, she does not adhere rigidly to one technique or style.”

CONDITION DETAILS

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