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Artworks
KIUGAK (KIAWAK) ASHOONA, O.C., R.C.A. (1933-2014) m., KINNGAIT (CAPE DORSET)
Seated Bear, c. early 1960sstone, 5 x 4.5 x 4.75 in (12.7 x 11.4 x 12.1 cm)
unsigned.
LOT 82
ESTIMATE: $5,000 — $8,000Further images
The personality of this charming bear comes to life in his pose and attitude: his relaxed, almost human-like seated posture, together with the nobility that is conveyed by his quietly...The personality of this charming bear comes to life in his pose and attitude: his relaxed, almost human-like seated posture, together with the nobility that is conveyed by his quietly expressive face, the tilt of his head, and his beckoning wave. We feel that this powerful Arctic hunter is, for the moment, enjoying a moment of tranquility.
Literature: For a larger but similar work by Kiugak see Darlene Wight, Kiugak Ashoona (Winnipeg Art Gallery, 2010), p. 91.
Provenance
William (Bill) Larmour Collection;
Walker’s Auctions, May 2012, Lot 26;
Private Collection, Ottawa.
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