Antiques, Decorative and Fine Arts Auction
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Lot 332: Attributed to Aloyak (Pelly Bay) Inuit Carved Bird Group on Base
2026-04-25T15:00:00Z
Start price: CAD $50
Lot 332:
Attributed to Aloyak (Pelly Bay) Inuit Carved Bird Group on Base
Description
Small Inuit carving depicting a group of five birds arranged atop a bone base.
The piece is attributed to Aloyak, a carver associated with the Pelly Bay region known for small wildlife carvings. Markings are present to the underside.
Details
Artist: Attributed to Aloyak (Inuit, Pelly Bay / Kugaaruk)
Object: Bird group sculpture
Culture: Inuit, Arctic Canada
Dimensions: 1.25 × 4 × 2.5 in. (3.2 × 10.2 × 6.4 cm)
Signature: Markings to base
Condition: Good overall condition with minor natural variations and surface. THIS ITEM CANNOT BE EXPORTED OUT OF CANADA
Provenance: From the collection of Ene Schoeler who served as Secretary of the Canadian Eskimo Arts Council from 1967 to 1989, during a critical period in the promotion and international recognition of Inuit art; works from her collection reflect close engagement with artists, co-operatives, and dealers active during this formative era.
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