Alvin Kayouktuk (1934-1997, IÒupiat)
A carved stone figure of a man and seal, circa 1972
Incised signature to underside: Alvin Kayouktuk
The stone sculpture depicting a man cradling a baby seal in his arms, with incised details
6.5" H x 3.75" W x 5" D
Provenance: Gift of Lura Gard Newhouse

Overall good condition with shelf wear and minor scuffs and scratches commensurate with age. With previous accession sticker to underside reading "R2011-5.10" and two previous dealer's stickers, one dated "1-18-72." Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.