KENOJUAK ASHEVAK, C.C., R.C.A. (1927-2013) KINNGAIT (CAPE DORSET)
Ravens' Chorus, 2002
Printmaker: QIATSUQ NIVIAQSI (1941-) KINNGAIT (CAPE DORSET)
29 1/4 x 34 1/4 in
74.3 x 87 cm
74.3 x 87 cm
stonecut on cream coloured paper
In 'Ravens' Chorus,' the composition is skillfully contrived and the colouration is superb. The shock of black in the small raven interrupts the the warm yellow and red-orange tones of...
In "Ravens' Chorus," the composition is skillfully contrived and the colouration is superb. The shock of black in the small raven interrupts the the warm yellow and red-orange tones of its avian counterparts to concentrate our attention. The rich clamour of figures in this print are shown with their beaks slightly parted, suggesting that we are viewing the congress amidst a frenzy of chatter or song.