The Art of Canada Auction (Inuit Art)

May 30, 2016

LOT 84

Lot 84

JOE TALIRUNILI, POVUNGNITUK/PUVIRNITUQ

JOE TALIRUNILI, POVUNGNITUK/PUVIRNITUQ
Lot 84 Details
JOE TALIRUNILI, POVUNGNITUK/PUVIRNITUQ, E9-818, Povungnituk

ARCHER

stone, antler, wood, sinew
c. 1970
6.5 ins x 3.5 ins x 4 ins; 16.5 cms x 8.9 cms x 10.2 cms

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $24,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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JOE TALIRUNILI, POVUNGNITUK/PUVIRNITUQ
  • JOE TALIRUNILI, POVUNGNITUK/PUVIRNITUQ
  • JOE TALIRUNILI, POVUNGNITUK/PUVIRNITUQ
  • JOE TALIRUNILI, POVUNGNITUK/PUVIRNITUQ
Provenance:

Acquired directly from the artist by the consignor during a fishing trip to Povungnituk/Puvirnituq in 1970.

Note:

For a similar work, see Waddington’s November 2008 auction catalogue, lot 165.

Unlike Joe’s typical depiction of a static hunter ensconced by his hunting gear, this figure is taking aim with his bow and arrow in a crouched position.

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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