Antiques, Decorative and Fine Arts Auction
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Lot 342: Seepik Ipellie Inuit Soapstone Narwhal Sculpture, Signed and Numbered
2026-04-25T15:00:00Z
Start price: CAD $100
Lot 342:
Seepik Ipellie Inuit Soapstone Narwhal Sculpture, Signed and Numbered
Description
A finely carved Inuit soapstone sculpture depicting a narwhal, executed in dark soapstone and fitted with a tusk, signed and numbered to the underside.
The work is attributable to Seepik Ipellie (1940–2000), an important Inuit artist associated with the Baffin Island region, known for both sculptural and graphic work.
Details
Artist: Seepik Ipellie (1940–2000)
Origin: Canadian Inuit (Nunavut)
Medium: Carved soaptone with tusk
Dimensions: 10 x 6.5 in (including tusk)
Signature: Signed and numbered to underside
Condition: Good overall; minor surface wear and light abrasions consistent with handling
Note: THIS WORK CANNOT BE EXPORTED OUTSID EOF CANADA
Catalogue Note
Narwhals hold a significant place in Arctic life and mythology, often symbolizing survival and the unique ecology of the northern environment. Sculptural representations became especially popular in the mid-to-late 20th century, appealing to southern collectors drawn to iconic Arctic fauna.
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