Waddington's

Inuit Art Online Auction

January 29, 2015

Return To Gallery
LOT 161

Lot 161

RUTH TUNGUKTUK

RUTH TUNGUKTUK
Lot 161 Details
RUTH TUNGUKTUK, E2-2, Baker Lake

CALENDAR

stonecut
1970, 31/50
15.25" x 24" — 38.7 x 61 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $216
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

More Details Below   ↓

Lot Report

Additional Images
RUTH TUNGUKTUK
  • RUTH TUNGUKTUK
Note:

“The print ‘Calendar’, by Toongooktook and Ikseegah (the printmaker), is a visual expression of the passage of time. The syllabic writing around the head tells us that the rabbits are like passing days, some rabbits smiling because there are some days of good and favourable weather, some rabbits not smiling because the weather sometimes turn stormy and cruel. The head in the centre restates the theme. In one position the face smiles. Turned the other way the face frowns, as good and bad times alternate with the passing days.”
Annual Graphics Collection of Baker Lake, prints, 1971, pl. 4

CONDITION DETAILS

For condition information please contact the specialist.

Back To Top   ↑
LOT 161
×

About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.