Historical Results
Artist Dominic Andrews
Title Wolf Man
Media painted wood mask with straw
Size 11.75 x 6.5 x 5.5 in. / 29.8 x 16.5 x 14 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and inscribed 'Nootka, B.C.' on back
Reference
according to Margaret Hess catalogue paperwork, acquired in 1971 from George McCallum, Campbell River
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Lee Claremont
Title Spirit of the Winds
Media acrylic on canvas
Size 28 x 26 in. / 71.1 x 66 cm.
Notes
signed lower left; signed and titled verso; unframed; minor surface dirt noted
Estimate CAD$900-$1,200
Artist Edward [Eddy] Cobiness
Title Black Tern
Media watercolour on paper
Dated
1978
Size 7.75 x 8.5 in. / 19.7 x 21.6 cm.
Notes
signed and dated lower right; bears title on label verso; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Edward [Eddy] Cobiness
Title Untitled - American Bittern
Media watercolour on paper
Dated
1982
Size 15 x 19.5 in. / 38.1 x 49.5 cm.
Notes
signed and dated lower right; framed with archival mat
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$600-$800
Artist Ryan Cranmer
Title Halibut
Media acrylic on paper
Dated
2005
Size 7 x 15.5 in. / 17.8 x 39.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and dated along bottom; framed with archival mat
Reference
from the Namgis Nation of British Columbia
Provenance
private collection, Vancouver
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Robert Charles Davidson
Title Seawolf #27/99
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1983
Size 39.5 x 27.75 in. / 100.3 x 70.5 cm.
Notes
signed, dated and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat and plexiglass; plexiglass popping out of frame
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$1,500-$2,000
Artist Robert Charles Davidson
Title Raven with Broken Beak #59/149
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1975
Size 6.75 x 11 in. / 17.1 x 27.9 cm.
Notes
signed with initials and dated in plate lower left; signed and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat
Reference
illustrated on page 81, catalogue raisonne no. 46 in Robert Davidson; Haida Print Maker, by Hilary Stewart, published by Douglas N. McIntyre, Vancouver, 1979
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Robert Charles Davidson
Title Moon [Red and Green on Black] #236/274
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1976
Size 8.5 x 8.5 in. / 21.6 x 21.6 cm.
Notes
signed with initials and dated in screen; signed and numbered along bottom; unframed; some handling marks noted
Reference
edition: 274; catalogue raisonne no. 51 in Robert Davidson; Haida Print Maker, by Hilary Stewart, published by Douglas N. McIntyre, Vancouver, 1979
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist Robert Charles Davidson
Title Moon [Green on Black] #221/364
Media silkscreen on paper
Dated
1976
Size 12.5 x 12.5 in. / 31.8 x 31.8 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and numbered along bottom; unframed; some handling marks noted
Reference
edition: 364; catalogue raisonne no. 51 in Robert Davidson; Haida Print Maker, by Hilary Stewart, published by Douglas N. McIntyre, Vancouver, 1979
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist Robert Charles Davidson
Title Moon [Green and Black on White] #73/248
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1976
Size 8.5 x 8.5 in. / 21.6 x 21.6 cm.
Notes
signed, dated and numbered along bottom; unframed
Reference
edition of 248; catalogue raisonne no. 50 in Robert Davidson; Haida Print Maker, by Hilary Stewart, published by Douglas N. McIntyre, Vancouver, 1979
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist Andrew [Enpaauk] Dexel
Title The Raven
Media acrylic on canvas
Dated
2007
Size 20 x 15.75 in. / 50.8 x 40 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and dated verso; framed; some handling marks along right edge and small chips on frame noted
Provenance
private collection, Vancouver
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Andrew [Enpaauk] Dexel
Title Untitled - Raven Head
Media acrylic on canvas
Size 12 x 24 in. / 30.5 x 61 cm.
Notes
signed 'Enpaauk' on edge of canvas; framed; some minor handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Vancouver
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Ron [Hupgnatchen] Hamilton
Title Codfish Swallowing the Man #32/120
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 18 x 14.5 in. / 45.7 x 36.8 cm.
Notes
signed, numbered and inscribed lower left; bears title on label included with lot; unframed; minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Walter Harris
Title The Creation of the Mosquito #22/100
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1978
Size 18.25 x 16 in. / 46.4 x 40.6 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; unframed; minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist Walter Harris
Title Untitled - West Coast Figures
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 18 x 32.5 in. / 45.7 x 82.6 cm.
Notes
signed in screen lower right; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist James Archibald Houston
Title Shulu #128/150
Media lithograph on paper
Size 10.75 x 7.25 in. / 27.3 x 18.4 cm.
Notes
LOT OF TWO; signed, titled, numbered and inscribed 'Baffin Island' along bottom; lot includes a photolithographic reproduction of the same print; unframed; some staining and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist Calvin Hunt
Title Raven Releasing the Sun #123/150
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1978
Size 10.75 x 21.25 in. / 27.3 x 54 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and inscribed '123/150/78' along bottom; unframed; minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Eugene Hunt
Title Seal #40/150
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 10.5 x 15.25 in. / 26.7 x 38.7 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Richard Hunt
Title Going Home #47/120
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1986
Size 17.5 x 23.5 in. / 44.4 x 59.7 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat; chipped glass in corner noted
Provenance
from an Ottawa estate
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Untitled - Spirit Totem
Media oil and graphite on wood board
Size 24.25 x 26.5 in. / 61.6 x 67.3 cm.
Notes
signed and dated lower right; unframed; some surface dirt and glue residue noted
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$400-$500
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Untitled - Many Figures
Media graphite and ink on paper
Size 7.75 x 11 in. / 19.7 x 27.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned; framed
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Kolus and Killerwhale #138/200
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 14.75 x 23.75 in. / 37.5 x 60.3 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and numbered along bottom; unframed; minor handling marks noted
Reference
University of Victoria Legacy Art Gallery U990.14.57
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Box Raven #83/125
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1971
Size 20.25 x 31.75 in. / 51.4 x 80.6 cm.
Notes
signed and numbered along bottom; unframed; handling marks
Reference
University of Victoria Legacy Art Gallery U990.14.10
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Kwa-Gulth Thunderbird Man, Killerwhale and Human #8/59
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1978
Size 8.5 x 13 in. / 21.6 x 33 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and inscribed '8/59/78' along bottom; unframed; minor handling marks noted
Reference
University of Victoria Legacy Art Gallery U990.14.68
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Kwa-Gulth Thunderbird Design for Box Drum #206/400
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1974
Size 21 x 12.25 in. / 53.3 x 31.1 cm.
Notes
signed, printed title and inscribed '206/400/74' along bottom; unframed; some yellowing in margin and some handling marks noted
Reference
University of Victoria Legacy Art Gallery U990.14.39
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Kwa-Gulth Hamatsa Raven #115/125
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 20.5 x 14.25 in. / 52.1 x 36.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and numbered along bottom; unframed; some handling marks noted
Reference
University of Victoria Legacy Art Gallery U990.14.60
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Baptism Mural #339/400
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1976
Size 22 x 12.75 in. / 55.9 x 32.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and dated along bottom; unframed; some handling marks and minor yellowing in margins noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Tony Sr. Hunt
Title Box Whale #26/125
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 20.5 x 31.75 in. / 52.1 x 80.6 cm.
Notes
signed and numbered along bottom; unframed; handling marks and tape stains noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Alex Janvier
Title Eagle Insect #20/49
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1975
Size 24.25 x 38.25 in. / 61.6 x 97.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'EP-069' along bottom; unframed; several large tears in margin, tape stains, handling marks and surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$200-$400
Artist Greg Joseph
Title Eagle Rattle
Media painted wood carving
Dated
2015
Size 2.5 x 12.25 x 2 in. / 6.4 x 31.1 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
signed, dated and inscribed on handle
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Leslie Robert Sam lessLIE
Title Thunderbird and Killerwhale #88/150
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 17 x 15.25 in. / 43.2 x 38.7 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and numbered along bottom; framed
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Don McLeay
Title Eagle Dancer #8/10 A.P.
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1980
Size 22.75 x 16 in. / 57.8 x 40.6 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Don McLeay
Title Raven Dancer #7/10 A.P.
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1980
Size 22.5 x 17.5 in. / 57.2 x 44.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Don McLeay
Title Yesterday's Ghosts #5/80
Media embossing and colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1982
Size 23 x 18.75 in. / 58.4 x 47.6 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat; scratches on frame noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist April T. Mercredi
Title New Journey
Media mixed media on paper board
Dated
2012
Size 23.25 x 19.75 in. / 59.1 x 50.2 cm.
Notes
signed lower right; signed, titled and dated on artist's label verso; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Norval Morrisseau
Title The Art of Norval Morrisseau #222/350
Media portfolio of colour silkscreens on paper
Dated
1979
Size 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
LOT OF 5 PLUS BOOK; leather bound book; approx. 200 pages; signed by authors and numbered; in elaborate linen, wood and leather portfolio case measuring [24 x 18.5 inches]; includes The Dawn, Shaman Conjuring Speech, Composition with Loons, Young Gulls Watching, Shaman and Apprentice; all signed and numbered; all prints measuring [18 x 24 inches]; unframed
Reference
Author: Lister Sinclair, Jack Pollock; Publisher: Methuen Publications
Estimate CAD$3,000-$4,000
Artist Daphne Odjig
Title The Weaver [#109]
Media coloured pencil on paper
Dated
2012
Size 5.5 x 3.5 in. / 14 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
signed and dated lower right; bears title on backing; framed with archival mat and special glass
Provenance
from a Calgary/Kelowna estate
Estimate CAD$800-$1,000
Artist Daphne Odjig
Title Just Hatched [#108]
Media coloured pencil on paper
Dated
2012
Size 5.5 x 4 in. / 14 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
signed and dated lower right; bears title on backing; framed with archival mat and special glass
Provenance
from a Calgary/Kelowna estate
Estimate CAD$800-$1,000
Artist Daphne Odjig
Title Vision #63/250
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 19.75 x 20 in. / 50.2 x 50.8 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and numbered along bottom; framed
Provenance
Gallery One, Saskatchewan, label verso; private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Glen Pollard
Title Haida Raven and Bear
Media argillite carving with bone and abalone
Size 4 x 4 x 1.75 in. / 10.2 x 10.2 x 4.4 cm.
Notes
signed and titled on bottom
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Bill Reid
Title Haida Dogfish #395/450
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1972
Size 19.25 x 19.75 in. / 48.9 x 50.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed lower left; unframed
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist Bill Reid
Title Haida Raven #331/450
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1972
Size 16 x 15.75 in. / 40.6 x 40 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed along bottom; unframed
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist Bill Reid
Title Haida Grizzly [Bear] #158/600
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1973
Size 19.5 x 13.75 in. / 49.5 x 34.9 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed along bottom; unframed
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist Bill Reid
Title Killer Whale #175/600
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1973
Size 16 x 16.75 in. / 40.6 x 42.5 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed along bottom; unframed
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist Allen Sapp
Title Untitled - Gathering Wood
Media acrylic on canvas
Size 12 x 15.75 in. / 30.5 x 40 cm.
Notes
signed lower right; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$1,500-$2,000
Artist Carl Simeon
Title Wild Man Mask
Media painted wood carving
Size 10.25 x 9.5 x 4 in. / 26 x 24.1 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled and inscribed 'Campbell River, BC' on back; minor handling marks noted
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist Charlie Small
Title Cree - Tamarach Goose Family
Media wood sculptures
Size 1 x 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
LOT OF THREE; unsigned; bears artist's name and title on labels included with lot; each goose measuring [7.75 x 9 x 4.5], [7 x 10 x 5.25] and [5 x 5 x 2.75] inches
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Janice Iniskim-Aki Tanton
Title Companions
Media mixed media on wood board
Dated
2014
Size 8 x 6 in. / 20.3 x 15.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and inscribed verso; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$400-$500
Artist Clarence Wells
Title Killer Whale, Man and Woman #39/200
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1977
Size 14 x 12.75 in. / 35.6 x 32.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Clemence Wescoupe
Title Untitled - Loon
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1979
Size 10.5 x 17 in. / 26.7 x 43.2 cm.
Notes
signed and dated lower right; framed
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist Clemence Wescoupe
Title Half Moon Spirit #45/150
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1982
Size 17 x 12.5 in. / 43.2 x 31.8 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist Joe Adlaka Aculiak
Title Hunter Killing Bear
Media black stone carving with bone
Dated
1959
Size 6.75 x 9.5 x 3 in. / 17.1 x 24.1 x 7.6 cm.
Notes
signed with disc number 'E9-1595' and inscribed with syllabics on bottom; bears date and community 'Port Harrison' on paper included with lot; missing spear and some handling marks noted
Provenance
purchased from Quest Gallery, Banff [1973]; from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Latcholassie Akesuk
Title Untitled - Green Seal
Media green stone carving
Size 3.75 x 12.5 x 2.5 in. / 9.5 x 31.8 x 6.4 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics on bottom; some handling marks noted
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist Peter Aliknak
Title King Eider #6/40
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1973
Size 10 x 22.25 in. / 25.4 x 56.5 cm.
Notes
signed in stone lower right; titled, dated, numbered, inscribed 'To our friend, Marmie', 'Holman Series' and Holman chop along bottom; unframed; some minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist Peter Aliknak
Title Good Catch #16/40
Media stonecut on paper
Dated
1973
Size 10 x 16.75 in. / 25.4 x 42.5 cm.
Notes
signed in stone lower right; titled, dated, numbered, inscribed 'Holman Series' and Holman chop along bottom; unframed; some creasing and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist Davidialuk Alasua Amittu
Title Legend of the Loons #14/30
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1973
Size 16.5 x 20 in. / 41.9 x 50.8 cm.
Notes
inscribed with syllabics in plate lower right; dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Povungnituk chop along bottom; framed
Provenance
purchased from Cottage Crafts, Calgary [1973]; private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title Four Fishermen #18/50
Media colour stencil on paper
Dated
1979
Size 15 x 26 in. / 38.1 x 66 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop lower right; unframed; minor foxing and dirt along right edge noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$1,000-$2,000
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title Sunwoman #30/50
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1976
Size 24 x 18 in. / 61 x 45.7 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop lower right; framed
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$600-$800
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title The Caribou Hunt #8/50
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1976
Size 21 x 28.5 in. / 53.3 x 72.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop lower right; framed; small crack in glass upper left
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$600-$800
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title Shaman Entering the Drum Dance #8/59
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1976
Size 26.5 x 17 in. / 67.3 x 43.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop along bottom; framed without glass
Reference
illustrated as catalogue #1 in Baker Lake Prints 1977, published by Sanavik Co-operative
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title Some Tribes of Inuit #7/52
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1976
Size 20.5 x 24.5 in. / 52.1 x 62.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop lower right; framed; crack in glass upper right
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title Caribou Grazing #6/60
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1978
Size 5 x 20.5 in. / 12.7 x 52.1 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop lower right; framed
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$400-$500
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title Hunter and His Kayak #6/55
Media colour relief print on paper
Dated
1978
Size 3.75 x 8.5 in. / 9.5 x 21.6 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop along bottom; unframed
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title Seagulls Chasing Fish #6/30
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1978
Size 16 x 26 in. / 40.6 x 66 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop lower right; unframed; minor foxing upper right noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Luke Anguhadluq
Title The Fisher Man #18/50
Media colour stencil on paper
Dated
1980
Size 20.5 x 4 in. / 52.1 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop lower right; unframed; some stains along bottom noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Syollie Awp
Title Snow Geese #8/40
Media stonecut on paper
Dated
1974
Size 19.25 x 15.5 in. / 48.9 x 39.4 cm.
Notes
syllabics in plate lower left; inscribed with syllabics, dated and numbered along bottom; bears artist's name and title on label verso; framed with archival mat
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist Sam Crow
Title Double Seated Kayak
Media grey stone carving
Dated
1970
Size 3.75 x 20 x 2.75 in. / 9.5 x 50.8 x 7 cm.
Notes
signed with disc number 'E9-259' and inscribed 'BN4772-0' on bottom; bears title and date on paperwork included with lot; broken hand on rower; minor damage to leather pieces noted
Reference
according to Margaret Hess catalogue paperwork, this piece was selected as an excellent piece by Wm. Taylor, Director of Museum of Man, Ottawa, Mr. Taylor wrote an article on the Double Kayak for the National Museum of Canada
Provenance
purchased from Canadian Arctic Producers, Ottawa [1972]; from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist Thomassie Ekaluk
Title Owl and Goose #1/20
Media colour stencil on paper
Dated
1973
Size 15.5 x 13.5 in. / 39.4 x 34.3 cm.
Notes
dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Inoucdjouac chop along; bears artist's name and title on label verso; framed
Provenance
purchased from Calgary Galleries [1973]; private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Eliyakota Samualie
Title Kituriagaluk #17/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1979
Size 16.75 x 22.25 in. / 42.5 x 56.5 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed 'Dorset' and with syllabics along bottom; framed with archival mat
Reference
illustrated 'No. 6' on page 27 of Dorset 79, Twentieth Annual Cape Dorset Graphics Collection; published by M.F. Feheley Publishers; published 1979, Toronto, Canada and Dorset 79 catalogue both included with lot
Provenance
from a Calgary estate
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist Tivi Etook
Title A Dream of Tivi Etook #50/50
Media stonecut on paper
Dated
1974
Size 8.5 x 12 in. / 21.6 x 30.5 cm.
Notes
dated, numbered and inscribed with syllabics along bottom; matted; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Tivi Etook
Title Spirits with Great Bearded Seal #43/50
Media stonecut on paper
Dated
1974
Size 8.25 x 12.25 in. / 21 x 31.1 cm.
Notes
dated, numbered and inscribed with syllabics along bottom; unframed; matted; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Tivi Etook
Title Torgats Who Lived Inside Cliffs #44/50
Media stonecut on paper
Dated
1974
Size 13 x 10.5 in. / 33 x 26.7 cm.
Notes
dated, numbered and inscribed with syllabics along bottom; matted; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Danny Etuameat
Title Untitled - Hunter in Kayak
Media bone carving
Dated
1998
Size 2 x 9.75 x 4.75 in. / 5.1 x 24.8 x 12.1 cm.
Notes
signed, dated and inscribed on bottom
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$250-$300
Artist Tuna Igulik
Title Surprised Man
Media dark grey stone carving
Dated
1970
Size 7 x 5.25 x 2.5 in. / 17.8 x 13.3 x 6.4 cm.
Notes
inscribed with syllabics on bottom; bears artist's name, title and community 'Baker Lake' on Government of Canada Certificate included with lot
Provenance
purchased from Canadian Arctic Producers, Ottawa [1972]; from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$400-$500
Artist Luke Iksiktaaryuk
Title The Herd #11/40
Media colour stencil on paper
Dated
1972
Size 22 x 37.75 in. / 55.9 x 95.9 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop along bottom; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$1,000-$2,000
Artist Mattiusi Iyaituk
Title Not Knowing What Kind of Fish She is Catching from the Deep Lake
Media green and grey stone carving with caribou sinew
Dated
2000
Size 20.5 x 15 x 11 in. / 52.1 x 38.1 x 27.9 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics, titled and dated on bottom
Provenance
private collection, British Columbia
Estimate CAD$1,500-$2,000
Artist Juanisialu Irqumia
Title Woman at Work, Hunter in Kayak #38/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1972
Size 20.5 x 27 in. / 52.1 x 68.6 cm.
Notes
signed in stone lower centre; signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat
Reference
illustrated 'No. 33' in Povungnituk, 1972, published by Minister of Indian Affairs, Canada; book included with lot
Provenance
from a Calgary estate
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist Josephee Kakee
Title Untitled - Owl Riding on the Wind
Media bone carving
Size 4 x 11.5 x 2.5 in. / 10.2 x 29.2 x 6.4 cm.
Notes
signed with disc number 'E6-50' under wing; some handling marks noted
Provenance
ex-collection noted antique dealer, Bert Baron, Calgary and by descent
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist Helen Kalvak
Title Under the Stars #24/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1968
Size 10.75 x 15 in. / 27.3 x 38.1 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed '#9' and Holman chop along bottom; unframed; some minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Kanayuk Tukalak
Title Losing the Catch #36/40
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1972
Size 27.5 x 15.25 in. / 69.8 x 38.7 cm.
Notes
signed in stone lower centre; dated, numbered and inscribed with syllabics along bottom; framed with archival mat
Reference
illustrated 'No. 34' in Povungnituk, 1972, published by Minister of Indian Affairs, Canada
Provenance
from a Calgary estate
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist Pauloosie Karpik
Title Untitled - Young Whale
Media dark green stone carving
Size 2.5 x 6 x 11 in. / 6.4 x 15.2 x 27.9 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics on bottom
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Johnny Kasaluak
Title Walrus Reclining
Media light green stone carving
Size 3.75 x 7.25 x 2.75 in. / 9.5 x 18.4 x 7 cm.
Notes
inscribed with syllabics on bottom; bears artist's name and title on label attached to bottom
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist Janet Kigusiuq
Title A Frightened Spirit #22/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1973
Size 10.25 x 22.25 in. / 26 x 56.5 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop along bottom; matted; unframed; some minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Kingmeata Etidlooie
Title Running Goose #1/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1974
Size 13.25 x 14.25 in. / 33.7 x 36.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; artist's chop and Cape Dorset chop lower left; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist Iyola Kingwatsiak
Title Bear Hunt #29/50
Media etching on paper
Dated
1963
Size 8.75 x 11.75 in. / 22.2 x 29.8 cm.
Notes
dated, numbered and inscribed with syllabics along bottom; unframed; handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist Levi Koma
Title Untitled - Hunter Holding His Dinner
Media grey stone carving
Size 8 x 4.25 x 3.25 in. / 20.3 x 10.8 x 8.3 cm.
Notes
signed on bottom; some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist Rosalie Ookangok Kopak
Title Untitled - Mother and Child
Media green stone carving
Size 7.5 x 9.5 x 6 in. / 19 x 24.1 x 15.2 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics on bottom
Provenance
private collection, British Columbia
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Timothy Kuananapik Kuanana
Title Hunter #2/25
Media relief print on paper
Dated
1962
Size 9 x 13.75 in. / 22.9 x 34.9 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics in block lower centre; dated, numbered and inscribed with syllabics along bottom; framed
Reference
reproduced on page 320 in Inuit Artists Print Handbook, edited by Sandra B. Barz, published by Arts and Culture of the North Publishers, 1981
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist Myra Kukiiyaut
Title Dream #49/50
Media colour stencil on paper
Dated
1971
Size 23.25 x 20.5 in. / 59.1 x 52.1 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop along bottom; matted; unframed; some minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Kellypalik Mangitak
Title Capturing a Powerful Bird #30/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1964
Size 14.25 x 17.5 in. / 36.2 x 44.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; Dorset chop upper left; unframed; [2.5 inch] tear centre left noted; some liquid damage along bottom; some handling marks and stains noted
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$200-$400
Artist Manasee Maniapik
Title Untitled - Drum Dancer
Media green stone carving with bone
Size 12.25 x 6.5 x 8.75 in. / 31.1 x 16.5 x 22.2 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics on base
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$900-$1,200
Artist Mathew Keegootah Napacheekallak
Title Leader Dog [Issorartuyok]
Media whale bone carving
Dated
1963
Size 0.75 x 1.5 x 0.5 in. / 1.9 x 3.8 x 1.3 cm.
Notes
unsigned; bears artist's name, disc number 'E5-19', date and community 'Spence Bay' on paperwork included with lot
Reference
according to Margaret Hess catalogue paperwork, this was purchased from the Museum of the North, Yellowknife, at a sale held for the official opening of the museum
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$300
Artist Philiposie Napatuk
Title Untitled - Pulling a Seal from Blowhole
Media black stone carving with leather
Dated
1962
Size 5 x 6 x 2.5 in. / 12.7 x 15.2 x 6.4 cm.
Notes
signed with disc number 'E91523' and inscribed with syllabics on bottom; bears artist's name, date and community 'Port Harrison' on paperwork included with lot; leather rope broken and piece missing
Provenance
purchased from Quest Gallery, Banff [1973]; from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Jeannie Niukpuk
Title Round Lyme Grass Basket with Soap Stone Bird Handle
Media grass basket with black stone carving
Dated
1961
Size 12.5 x 11 x 11 in. / 31.8 x 27.9 x 27.9 cm.
Notes
bears artist's name, disc number 'E9-1756', date and community 'Inoudjouac' on paperwork included with lot; some fading and handling marks noted
Reference
according to Margaret Hess catalogue paperwork, Jobie Inukpuk [her husband and a carver] made the handles for her baskets
Provenance
purchased from Quest Gallery, Banff; from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Annie Niviaxie
Title Untitled - Carrying Baby on Back
Media green stone carving
Size 9.25 x 4.5 x 4 in. / 23.5 x 11.4 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics on bottom; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Leah Heath Art Consultant, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Isa Oomayoualook
Title Untitled - Fisherman at the Hole
Media grey stone carving
Size 8.75 x 7.5 x 5.25 in. / 22.2 x 19 x 13.3 cm.
Notes
inscribed with syllabics and disc number 'E91576' on bottom; large cracks and repair on base and leg noted; some handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist Jessie Oonark
Title Evil Spirits Around the Igloo #12/39
Media colour stencil on paper
Dated
1972
Size 16.5 x 18.5 in. / 41.9 x 47 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and Baker Lake chop along bottom; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Jessie Oonark
Title Kiviuk and the Grizzly #19/50
Media colour stencil on paper
Dated
1981
Size 22.5 x 29 in. / 57.2 x 73.7 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop lower right; unframed; some liquid stains on right margin noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$700-$900
Artist Josie Pamiutu [Paperk] Papialuk
Title Untitled - These Colourful Birds
Media colour lithograph on paper
Dated
1983
Size 13.75 x 18.25 in. / 34.9 x 46.4 cm.
Notes
signed, dated and inscribed with syllabics along bottom; bears printed English inscription in mat along bottom; framed with archival mat
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Pitseolak Ashoona
Title Netsilik River #45/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1973
Size 23 x 20.25 in. / 58.4 x 51.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Cape Dorset' along bottom; framed; some minor handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist Pitseolak Ashoona
Title Untitled - Four Birds #38/50
Media etching on paper
Dated
1962
Size 8.75 x 11.75 in. / 22.2 x 29.8 cm.
Notes
signed and numbered along bottom; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Pitseolak Ashoona
Title Untitled - Three Tattooed Faces and Three Objects #13/50
Media etching on paper
Dated
1962
Size 8.75 x 11.75 in. / 22.2 x 29.8 cm.
Notes
signed and numbered along bottom; unframed; some creases and stains in margins and some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Peter Pitseolak
Title Hawk #160/200
Media colour stonecut and stencil on paper
Dated
1977
Size 17 x 23.25 in. / 43.2 x 59.1 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; Dorset chop lower right; framed with archival mat; some small liquid damage on mat along bottom noted
Reference
from the portfolio The Eskimos and their Art a co-operative project between the West Baffin Eskimo Co-op and the International World Wildlife Fund
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Napachee Pitsiulak
Title Bear Attacking Hunter
Media green stone carving
Size 11 x 12.5 x 10 in. / 27.9 x 31.8 x 25.4 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics on bottom; minor handling marks noted
Reference
illustrated No. 625 on last of page of Eskimo Sculpture from The Quest; photography and design by Edward Cavell; Banff, Alberta; and Sculpture / Inuit; published for the Canadian Eskimo Arts Council, University of Toronto Press; 1971, 493 pages; both books included with lot
Provenance
from a Calgary estate
Estimate CAD$900-$1,200
Artist Eegyvudluk Pootoogook
Title The Fisherman #1/50
Media stonecut on paper
Dated
1960
Size 5.5 x 3.5 in. / 14 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Cape Dorset' along bottom; Cape Dorset chop in plate lower right; paper size 12x12.75 inches; framed with archival mat
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Kananginak Pootoogook
Title Omingmungjuaq #160/200
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1977
Size 20.5 x 16.75 in. / 52.1 x 42.5 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; Dorset chop and syllabics upper left; framed with archival mat; some liquid damage on mat lower left noted
Reference
from the portfolio The Eskimos and their Art a co-operative project between the West Baffin Eskimo Co-op and the International World Wildlife Fund
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$600-$800
Artist Kananginak Pootoogook
Title Arctic Murres #34/50
Media colour etching on paper
Dated
2007
Size 19 x 27.25 in. / 48.3 x 69.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist Kananginak Pootoogook
Title Coastal Birds #33/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1997
Size 15.5 x 19.5 in. / 39.4 x 49.5 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; unframed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Kananginak Pootoogook
Title Caribou #160/200
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1977
Size 18.25 x 12.75 in. / 46.4 x 32.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; Dorset chop and syllabics lower right; framed with archival mat; some small liquid damage on mat along bottom noted
Reference
from the portfolio The Eskimos and their Art a co-operative project between the West Baffin Eskimo Co-op and the International World Wildlife Fund
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Kananginak Pootoogook
Title Walrus #160/200
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1977
Size 15.5 x 24.25 in. / 39.4 x 61.6 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; Dorset chop and syllabics upper right; framed with archival mat; some small liquid damage on mat along bottom noted
Reference
from the portfolio The Eskimos and their Art a co-operative project between the West Baffin Eskimo Co-op and the International World Wildlife Fund
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Kananginak Pootoogook
Title Metik #160/200
Media colour stonecut and stencil on paper
Dated
1977
Size 20 x 13.75 in. / 50.8 x 34.9 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; Dorset chop and syllabics lower right; framed with archival mat; some liquid damage on mat along bottom noted
Reference
from the portfolio The Eskimos and their Art a co-operative project between the West Baffin Eskimo Co-op and the International World Wildlife Fund
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Pudlo Pudlat
Title My Home #36/39
Media colour lithograph on paper
Dated
1975
Size 18.5 x 22.5 in. / 47 x 57.2 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; framed with archival mat
Provenance
Wallack Galleries, Ottawa, label verso; from an Ottawa estate
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist Adamie Alaku Qaqutu
Title Povungnituk #4/50
Media stonecut on paper
Dated
1961
Size 2.5 x 5.25 in. / 6.4 x 13.3 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; framed
Reference
this was included in the very first Povungnituk collection of prints
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist Pitaloosie Saila
Title Owl in Arctic Mist #39/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1988
Size 11 x 15.5 in. / 27.9 x 39.4 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered and inscribed 'Dorset' along bottom; framed with archival mat and special glass
Provenance
private collection, Victoria
Estimate CAD$600-$800
Artist Imaruituq Taqtu
Title Untitled - Standing Woman
Media green stone carving
Size 9.75 x 3.25 x 2.75 in. / 24.8 x 8.3 x 7 cm.
Notes
signed with disc number 'E5-903' and inscribed with syllabics on bottom; very minor handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist John Tiktak
Title Untitled - Early Inuk
Media grey stone carving
Dated
1962
Size 9 x 4.75 x 2 in. / 22.9 x 12.1 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
unsigned; bears artist's name 'John Tiktak' and date on paperwork included with lot; some handling marks noted
Reference
It has come to our attention that this piece might not be by John Tiktak. The M.P. Hess Collection documententation, which includes a photograph of this carving, states it was done by Tiktak and is signed. However, we are unable to find any signature. It has been suggested that this piece is by John Kavik [1897-1993].
Provenance
purchased from Canadian Arctic Producers, Ottawa [1972]; from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$2,000-$4,000
Artist Simon Tookoome
Title Nanamuitat #19/50
Media colour stencil on paper
Dated
1981
Size 23.75 x 29.5 in. / 60.3 x 74.9 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated and numbered along bottom; inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop centre right; unframed
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist Mark Uqayuittuq
Title Friendly Spirits #29/50
Media colour stonecut on paper
Dated
1972
Size 19.75 x 23.25 in. / 50.2 x 59.1 cm.
Notes
signed, titled, dated, numbered, inscribed with syllabics and Baker Lake chop along bottom; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Inuit School
Title Round Basket with Seal Handle
Media basket and green stone carving
Dated
1961
Size 11 x 11 x 11 in. / 27.9 x 27.9 x 27.9 cm.
Notes
bears artist's name 'Caroline', date and community 'Port Harrison' on paperwork included with lot; minor surface dirt noted
Provenance
purchased from Quest Gallery, Banff; from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist Sarah Nastapoka
Title Oval Basket with Otter Shaped Stone Handle
Media basket and green stone carving
Dated
1962
Size 9 x 14 x 8 in. / 22.9 x 35.6 x 20.3 cm.
Notes
unsigned; bears artist's name, disc number 'E9-1519', date and community 'Port Harrison' on paperwork included with lot; minor handling marks noted
Provenance
purchased from Quest Gallery, Banff [1962]; from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations Northwest Coast School
Title Large Lidded Basket with Tri-Coloured Diagonal Shapes
Media basket
Size 9.5 x 15 x 14.5 in. / 24.1 x 38.1 x 36.8 cm.
Notes
some fading, handling marks and surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist Indigenous School
Title Bentwood Box Pieces [turned into wall hangings]
Media painted wood
Size 1 x 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
LOT OF FOUR; two panels measuring [13 x 19 x 0.5 inches] and two panels measuring [31 x 13.5 x 0.5]; scratches, holes noted throughout, significant wear and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$200
Artist Indigenous School
Title Tsimshian Bird Design Bentwood Box
Media painted wood
Size 19 x 16.5 x 13.75 in. / 48.3 x 41.9 x 34.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned; portion of box bottom missing; significant fading, surface dirt and general wear noted
Reference
according to Margaret Hess catalogue paperwork, this piece was probably made in the 19th or early 20th century; acquired in 1968 on collecting trip in B.C with Mr. and Mrs. Bagwell; believed to be found near Hazelton, B.C. in a Ksan Village
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Indigenous School
Title Red Cornered Bentwood Box with Lid
Media painted wood
Size 18 x 15 x 15.25 in. / 45.7 x 38.1 x 38.7 cm.
Notes
unsigned; lid only sits on box, not channelled; split in lid repaired with staples; significant fading, surface dirt and general wear noted
Reference
according to Margaret Hess catalogue paperwork, this piece was probably made in the 19th or early 20th century; acquired in 1968 on collecting trip in B.C with Mr. and Mrs. Bagwell
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist Indigenous School
Title Large Household Storage Bentwood Box [Kerfed]
Media wood
Size 17.75 x 15 x 14.75 in. / 45.1 x 38.1 x 37.5 cm.
Notes
cracking, scratches, wear and surface dirt noted
Reference
according to Margaret Hess catalogue paperwork, this piece was probably made in the 19th or early 20th century; acquired in 1968 on collecting trip in B.C with Mr. and Mrs. Bagwell
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations Northwest Coast School
Title Small Round Basket with Tree Motif
Media basket
Size 4.5 x 7.25 x 7.25 in. / 11.4 x 18.4 x 18.4 cm.
Notes
some staining, fading and surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$50-$75