March Auction
Lot 51:
Large Inuit Soapstone Mother and Child Sculpture, Signed in Syllabics
Description
Large Inuit soapstone sculpture depicting a seated mother holding a child. The composition is carved in a strong, block-like form with rounded contours and simplified facial detailing characteristic of mid- to late-20th-century Arctic carving. The dark stone exhibits subtle speckling and a polished surface.
The underside is signed in syllabics and bears an incised inventory number. Faint traces of an old “Eskimo Art” paper label remain visible.
Details
Medium: Soapstone
Subject: Mother and child
Dimensions: 12.5 in. high × 10.5 in. wide
Signature: Incised syllabics to underside
Additional Marks: Inventory number; remnants of old Eskimo Art sticker
Origin: Canada (Inuit)
Condition: Minor surface abrasions and light handling wear consistent with age; no visible structural damage.
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