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November 17, 2014

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LOT 311

Lot 311

KANANGINAK POOTOOGOOK (1935-2010)

KANANGINAK POOTOOGOOK (1935-2010)
Lot 311 Details
KANANGINAK POOTOOGOOK (1935-2010), E7-1168, Cape Dorset

OPIARAILU

stonecut
1979, 33/50
24" x 31" — 61 x 78.7 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Collection of the late Mr. Gerald B. White

Note:

“’This one has a story. These three baby owls are trying to be close to their mother, because, perhaps, they see another animal coming. They are trying to hide from the approaching animal and be close to their mother.’”
Kananginak discussing “Opirailu,” in the 1979 Cape Dorset Annual Graphics Catalogue, p. 32, cat no. 13

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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