Inuit Art

November 19, 2019

LOT 33

Lot 33

ABRAHAM ETUNGAT, R.C.A. (1911-1999)

ABRAHAM ETUNGAT, R.C.A. (1911-1999)
Lot 33 Details
ABRAHAM ETUNGAT, R.C.A. (1911-1999), Cape Dorset / Kinngait

BIRD WITH UPSWEPT WINGS

stone
14 x 8.5 x 4 in — 35.6 x 21.6 x 10.2 cm

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $2,880
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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ABRAHAM ETUNGAT, R.C.A. (1911-1999)
  • ABRAHAM ETUNGAT, R.C.A. (1911-1999)
  • ABRAHAM ETUNGAT, R.C.A. (1911-1999)
Provenance:

Private Collection, Toronto

Literature:

Harold Seidelman & James Turner, The Inuit Imagination: Arctic Myth and Sculpture, 1993, p. 79

Note:

"We rejoice to see the proud birds return in spring to their nesting places. Winter is over and the carefree days of summer are almost here"

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 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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