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Inuit Art Auction

November 09, 2009

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LOT 143

Lot 143

AMIDLAK (1897-1961)

AMIDLAK (1897-1961)
Lot 143 Details
AMIDLAK (1897-1961), E9-1562, Inukjuak

WALRUS, MAN TOTEM

stone, ivory, soap inlay
ca. 1950
7.75" x 2.5" x 2.30" — 19.7 x 6.4 x 5.8 cm.

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $6,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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AMIDLAK (1897-1961)
  • AMIDLAK (1897-1961)
  • AMIDLAK (1897-1961)
Note:

Excerpt from Early Masters, Inuit Sculpture 1949-1955, Darlene Coward Wight, Winnipeg Art Gallery:
Amidlak’s son believes “that his father was the first to make carvings for Houston, as Amidlak had become ill in 1947 and had been asked to live in the settlement to be close to the nurse. In 1949, he returned to live in his camp. He met Houston while in Inukjuak.”
See page 45.

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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