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Artworks
FABIEN OOGAAQ (1923-1992), KUGAARUK (PELLY BAY)
Polar Bear Approaching Seal and Pup, early 1970swhale bone and ivory, 1.75 x 4 x 3 in (4.4 x 10.2 x 7.6 cm)
unsigned;
given to the artist, titled, and numbered to accompanying Koomiut Co-op Ltd. Tag.LOT 12
ESTIMATE: $400 — $600Further images
Renowned for his skill in ivory and bone on a small scale, Fabien Oogaaq, one of the most celebrated artists from Pelly Bay (now Kugaaruk), brings his unique storytelling to...Renowned for his skill in ivory and bone on a small scale, Fabien Oogaaq, one of the most celebrated artists from Pelly Bay (now Kugaaruk), brings his unique storytelling to this delicate carving of a polar bear stalking a seal and its pup. Here, the polished smoothness of the animals contrasts beautifully with the porous texture of the whale bone base, creating a tactile interplay of materials. Subtle black inlay defines the animals’ features, drawing our focus to the polar bear’s intent gaze and the seal’s vulnerable stillness. The charm of the creatures, including the skulking bear, almost distracts us from the danger of the scene.
Provenance
Private Collection, Ottawa.
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