Spring Inuit Auction

April 19, 2010

LOT 18

Lot 18

MARY KUUTSIQ mariq (1926-)

MARY KUUTSIQ mariq (1926-)
Lot 18 Details
MARY KUUTSIQ mariq (1926-), E4-192, Baker Lake

“LOOKING OUT FROM THE TENT”

stroud, felt, thread, embroidery floss
signed in syllabics
34.25" x 29" — 87 x 73.7 cm.

Estimate $600-$900

Realised: $1,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Kuutsiq is one of the original generation of Inuit wall hanging artists, and her work has been included in over 20 exhibitions.
One of her wall hangings was presented as a gift from the Governor General of Canada to Nelson Mandela during a December 2006 state visit to Africa.
Kuutsiq's daughter, Lucy Ango'yuaq, is also a wall hanging artist.

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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