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MARY ITTOSHAT, KUUJJUARAPIK (GREAT WHALE RIVER)
Lidded Basket with Face Carved Knob, 1970swoven grass, stone, and hide, 6.5 x 7 x 7 in (16.5 x 17.8 x 17.8 cm)
unsigned;
given to the artist to an affixed label.LOT 41
ESTIMATE: $150 — $250Further images
Born out of utilitarian need and the local availability of material, woven grass baskets have enjoyed a resurgence and rebirth as artistic items in recent times. Through patience and skill,...Born out of utilitarian need and the local availability of material, woven grass baskets have enjoyed a resurgence and rebirth as artistic items in recent times. Through patience and skill, the weaver could create not only a safe and secure vessel, but a canvas for further decoration. The addition of sewn on knobs is an easy way to add some charming character to the functionality of the basket's lid. Here we are treated to a simple carved stone whose minimal details match the minimal repetition of the woven grass.
Provenance
Private Collection, Toronto;
Estate of the Above
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