Inuit Art Online Auction

September 13, 2012

LOT 21

Lot 21

Unidentified

Unidentified
Lot 21 Details
Unidentified

SNOW GOGGLES; THREE SNOW KNIVES; MODEL KUDLIK; SEVEN ULUS

copper, metal, antler, bone
13" x 2" x .25" — 33 x 5.1 x 0.6 cm.

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $420
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Acquired in Coppermine, 1969-1979

Note:

Ulu (pl. Ulus): a short handled knife with a broad crescent shaped blade, used by Inuit women

Kudlik: An oil lamp comprised of a crescent-shaped carved stone cup that is filled with oil and a wick

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 21
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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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