Inuit Art
Waddington’s is internationally recognized as one of the leading authorities in marketing Inuit Art. No other auction house has been as intrinsically linked to the development of a market for this art form. From our first landmark auction in 1978 of the William Eccles Collection, Waddington’s has offered thousands of works, set record prices, and expanded the market well beyond Canada’s borders. Our legacy of successful Inuit Art auctions, our ability to achieve continually increasing values and our creation of an international market have been key factors in validating Inuit art as a whole and establishing it as an integral part of the Canadian Art scene.
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Upcoming Auctions and Events
Birds of the Arctic
April 10 - 15, 2021
The Arctic is home to approximately 200 species of birds. Their return to the region in the spring is a major seasonal milestone and serves as the inspiration for this auction. A favorite subject for Inuit artists, look for avian-themed sculptures and works on paper by Kananginak Pootoogook, Latcholassie Akesuk, Abraham Etungat, Kenojuak Ashevak, Lucy Qinnuayuak and others.
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Auction Details Browse GalleryInuit Art
May 08 - 13, 2021
With a focus on a global approach this season through our digital catalogue and online platform, Waddington’s is pleased to present our major Spring 2021 Inuit Art Auction. Included are works by highly sought after artists such as Kenojuak Ashevak, Joe Talirunili, Jessie Oonark, John Tiktak, Johnny Inukpuk, Karoo Ashevak, and Marion Tuu’luq.
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Auction DetailsSeeking Consignments
Waddington’s always welcomes consignment inquiries for our upcoming auctions.
We are currently specifically interested in the following:
- Classic sculpture and graphics from the 1950s & 1960s.
- Wall hangings, prints and drawings by Jessie Oonark.
- Sculpture by top artists from Cape Dorset, Baker Lake, Arviat, Rankin Inlet, Spence Bay, Gjoa Haven, Inukjuak.
- Works by Joe Talirunili, Ennutsiak, Osuitok Ipeelie, Pauta Saila, Karoo Ashevak, George Tataniq, Judas Ullulaq, Elizabeth Nutaraluk.
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Duncan McLean
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Inuit Art, Management

Rochelle Konn
Associate Specialist

Nicole Schembre
Consignment Coordinator