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Artworks
UNIDENTIFIED INUIT ARTISTS, EASTERN CANADIAN ARCTIC
Three Arctic Animals, late 1940s / early 1950seach ivory and black inlay, the largest (basking seal), 1.5 x 4.5 x 1.25 in (3.8 x 11.4 x 3.2 cm)
each unsigned.
LOT 48
ESTIMATE: $300 — $500
PRICE REALIZED: $671.00Further images
These delightful creatures likely originate from the Eastern Arctic, possibly Kimmirut, and date back to the late 1940s or early 1950s. Although unsigned, it is clear they are the work...These delightful creatures likely originate from the Eastern Arctic, possibly Kimmirut, and date back to the late 1940s or early 1950s. Although unsigned, it is clear they are the work of highly skilled artisans. We believe the polar bear and walrus heads, beautifully crafted, may have been carved as a pair and are certainly by the same hand. Truly stunning!Provenance
Collected by a federal government administrator during his travels in the Eastern and Central Arctic;
by descent in the family.
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