Inuit Art Auction

May 30, 2017

LOT 115

Lot 115

JOHN PANGNARK (1920-1980)

JOHN PANGNARK (1920-1980)
Lot 115 Details
JOHN PANGNARK (1920-1980), E1-104, Eskimo Point / Arviat

PEACEFUL WOMAN

stone
signed in syllabics, c. 1975
5" x 3" x 5.5" — 12.7 x 7.6 x 14 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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JOHN PANGNARK (1920-1980)
  • JOHN PANGNARK (1920-1980)
  • JOHN PANGNARK (1920-1980)
  • JOHN PANGNARK (1920-1980)
Provenance:

From The Collection of Stanley and Jean Zazelenchuk

Literature:

Norman Zepp, Subtle Form and Sensitive Line: The Sculpture of Arviat, Inuit Art Quarterly, Spring 2017, page 30

Note:

“...the most overt indications of subject matter are angular yet flowing appendages and simplified visages. Humanness is often indicated merely by a small, finely incised face (always on an upward facing plane) and two slight notches on the sides to denote arms; Pangnark seemed to know instinctively that an otherwise undifferentiated mass needs precisely that relief.”

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 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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