Inuit Art Auction

May 30, 2017

LOT 47

Lot 47

ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967)

 ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967)
Lot 47 Details
ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967), E7-603, Frobisher Bay / Iqaluit

SEAL FEAST

stone, antler
c. 1960
2.25" x 4" x 4.5" — 5.7 x 10.2 x 11.4 cm.

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $7,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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 ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967)
  •  ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967)
  •  ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967)
  •  ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967)
  •  ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967)
  •  ENNUTSIAK (1896-1967)
Note:

A wonderfully intimate and finely crafted scene showing a family or group of Inuit dividing up a seal. The faces are exquisite as are the inset tools in the hands of the figures. This work was exhibited at the Museum of Inuit Art, Toronto.

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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