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Concrete Contemporary Art Auction

March 08, 2012

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LOT 43

Lot 43

OVILU TUNNILLIE (1949-)

OVILU TUNNILLIE (1949-)
Lot 43 Details
OVILU TUNNILLIE (1949-), E7-779, Cape Dorset

UNTITLED (HAND)

stone
signed in syllabics
18" x 7" x 7.5" — 45.7 x 17.8 x 19.1 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

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

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OVILU TUNNILLIE (1949-)
  • OVILU TUNNILLIE (1949-)
Note:

Oviloo Tunnillie is an Inuit artist from the community of Kingnait. Born in 1949, her work displays a remarkable sensuality and modernity in form and texture. She was one of the first Inuit sculptors to explore the female nude. Her work has been widely exhibited throughout Canada and is collected internationally.

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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