LATCHOLASSIE AKESUK (1919-2000) KINNGAIT (CAPE DORSET)
unsigned.
ESTIMATE: $2,000 — $3,000
PRICE REALIZED: $7,930.00
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The son of the late great Tudlik (1890-1966), Latcholassie apprenticed at the feet of one of the most beloved first-generation Cape Dorset sculptors. Latcholassie inherited not only his father’s skill but also his love of owls. As Jean Blodgett eloquently writes, “On the one hand Latcholassie tends to concentrate on the basic shape and configuration of his form, doing little detail work or surface decoration… On the other hand, even within these restrictions, Latcholassie’s presentation of his bird subjects is richly varied. By changes in such things as size, proportion, position, and attributes, he imbues his bird subjects with individuality and character.” [1] This charming sculpture has an interesting visual tension, and we love the endearing expressions of both mother and chick.
References: For classic works by the artist see George Swinton, Sculpture of the Inuit, (Toronto: M&S, 1972/92), figs. 469-475; Canadian Eskimo Arts Council, Sculpture/Inuit, (University of Toronto Press, 1971) cats. 189, 192-194; Jean Blodgett, Grasp Tight the Old Ways: Selections from the Klamer Family Collection of Inuit Art, (Toronto: Art Gallery of Ontario), cats. 64-65.
Provenance
Collection of John and Joyce Price, Seattle.Join Our Mailing List
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