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Sculptor, b. 1927 - d. 2013

Artist Kenojuak Ashevak was born in 1927 on Canada's Baffin Island at an Inuit camp called Ikirisaq. Her unique and celebrated artwork was shaped by her formative years living off the land, hunting, fishing, and making her own weapons, clothes, and igloos. These cultural experiences can be seen in Kenojuak Ashevak animal drawings for sale, and in her portrayals of Inuit people and their traditions. Her work was an important stepping stone in promoting Inuit art and gaining international recognition for her people and their way of life.

Initially focusing on stone sculptures and sealskin appliqués, artist Kenojuak Ashevak later became very interested in drawing. Her pieces were normally created spontaneously without preliminary sketches, and illustrator Kenojuak Ashevak used the static images in her drawings to focus on texture and color. Embrace the beauty nature has to offer with many artists' display of contemporary animal drawings available at Invaluable.

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          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), DREAM, 1963
            Oct. 10, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), DREAM, 1963

            Est: $300 - $500

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) DREAM, 1963 titled, dated, and numbered 48/50; artist's name in syllabics Estimate: $300—500 CAD

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), ANIMAL KINGDOM, 1967
            Oct. 10, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), ANIMAL KINGDOM, 1967

            Est: $300 - $500

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) ANIMAL KINGDOM, 1967 titled, dated, and numbered 38/50; artist's name in Roman and syllabics Estimate: $300—500 CAD

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), UNTITLED, 1962
            Oct. 10, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), UNTITLED, 1962

            Est: $300 - $500

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) UNTITLED, 1962 numbered 36/50; artist's name in Roman Estimate: $300—500 CAD

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), RAVEN'S VOYAGE, 2001
            Oct. 10, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), RAVEN'S VOYAGE, 2001

            Est: $1,000 - $1,500

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) RAVEN'S VOYAGE, 2001 titled, dated, and numbered 24/50; artist's name in Roman and syllabics Estimate: $1,000—1,500 CAD

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), GUARDIANS OF THE KATAJJAQATIIT (THROAT SINGERS), 1992
            Oct. 10, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), GUARDIANS OF THE KATAJJAQATIIT (THROAT SINGERS), 1992

            Est: $1,000 - $2,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) GUARDIANS OF THE KATAJJAQATIIT (THROAT SINGERS), 1992 titled, dated, and numbered 44/50; artist's name in Roman and syllabics Estimate: $1,000—2,000 CAD

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), YOUNG OWL, 2004
            Oct. 10, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), YOUNG OWL, 2004

            Est: $1,000 - $2,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) YOUNG OWL, 2004 titled and dated; signed in syllabics; also inscribed "For Helen & Tom" Estimate: $1,000—2,000 CAD

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak (Inuit, 1927-2013) stone cut
            Sep. 21, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak (Inuit, 1927-2013) stone cut

            Est: $1,000 - $2,000

            Animals of Land and Sea stone cut and stencil in color, 1991, signed, titled, dated and numbered 12/50 in pencil.   25 x 30"

            Rachel Davis Fine Arts
          • Kenojuak Ashevak (Cape Dorset, 1927-2013) stencil cut
            Sep. 21, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak (Cape Dorset, 1927-2013) stencil cut

            Est: $1,500 - $2,500

            The Sun's Return stone-cut print with stencil, 1993, signed, dated, titled and numbered 64/100 in pencil, character mark lower right.   24 ½ x 30” (sheet)

            Rachel Davis Fine Arts
          • Kenojuak Ashevak Stonecut, "Dream"
            Sep. 07, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak Stonecut, "Dream"

            Est: $2,000 - $4,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak (Inuit, Cape Dorset, Kinngait, 1927-2013) "Dream," 1963, stonecut on handmade paper, signed and dated in syllabics in pencil lower right, titled and numbered 5/50 lower left,  framed. Dimensions: 23 x 24 in.

            Neue Auctions
          • A Kenojuak Ashevak glass panel, 'Medusa Owl,' 2005
            Aug. 29, 2024

            A Kenojuak Ashevak glass panel, 'Medusa Owl,' 2005

            Est: $2,000 - $4,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak Inuit, Kinngait (Cape Dorset), (1927-2013), 'Medusa Owl,' 2005, serigraph on etched glass in oak frame, edition 5 of 12, signed with the artist's etched chop and the etched stamp of Sattler's Stained Glass Studio lower right, numbered and dated lower left. height 16 1/2in, width 25 1/2in

            Bonhams
          • KENOJUAK ASHEVAK 'CAPE DORSET' INUIT ETCHING
            Aug. 17, 2024

            KENOJUAK ASHEVAK 'CAPE DORSET' INUIT ETCHING

            Est: $200 - $300

            Kenojuak Ashevak etching 'Cape Dorset" pencil signed lower right and numbered lower left 9/50. Condition: good, colors strong, some waving to paper, upper left fadeing to center, less on the upper right. See images. 14" x 20" x 1". Unpackaged weight: 3.2 lbs

            Auctions Neapolitan
          • Kenojuak Ashevak "The Owl Surveys All" Print 1983
            Jul. 24, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak "The Owl Surveys All" Print 1983

            Est: $600 - $1,200

            Kenojuak Ashevak C.C., R.C.A (Kinngait Inuit, 1927-2013). Stonecut and stencil on paper titled "The Owl Surveys All" depicting a transformation scene of an owl, man and six other birds. Insribed along the lower margin "The Owl Surveys All / Stonecut and Stencil / 35/50 / Dorset 1983 / Kenojuak." Signed with syllabics lower right. Blind stamp lower right. The Osbourne Gallery label along the foam core verso.

            Revere Auctions
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔭᐊ ᐊᓯᕗ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), COMPOSITION, 1967
            Jul. 18, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔭᐊ ᐊᓯᕗ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), COMPOSITION, 1967

            Est: $200 - $400

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔭᐊ ᐊᓯᕗ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) COMPOSITION, 1967 signed, titled, dated, and numbered 46/50 Estimate: $200—400 CAD Important: This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.

            Waddington's
          • Pitaloosie Saila ᐱᑕᓗᓯ ᓴᐃᓚ, RCA (1942-2021), UNTITLED
            Jul. 18, 2024

            Pitaloosie Saila ᐱᑕᓗᓯ ᓴᐃᓚ, RCA (1942-2021), UNTITLED

            Est: $600 - $900

            Pitaloosie Saila ᐱᑕᓗᓯ ᓴᐃᓚ, RCA (1942-2021), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) UNTITLED signed bottom right in syllabics Estimate: $600—900 CAD Important: This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), TIMMIARUQSIMAJUQ (BIRD WOMAN TRANSFORMATION)
            Jul. 11, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), TIMMIARUQSIMAJUQ (BIRD WOMAN TRANSFORMATION)

            Est: $1,000 - $2,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) TIMMIARUQSIMAJUQ (BIRD WOMAN TRANSFORMATION) titled, dated and numbered 14/50; artist's name in Roman and syllabics Estimate: $1,000—2,000 CAD

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), LOON
            Jun. 27, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), LOON

            Est: $2,000 - $3,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) LOON signed Estimate: $2,000—3,000 CAD Important: This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), HIDDEN OWLS COMMISSIONED BY THE INUIT GALLERY, VANCOUVER, 2006
            Jun. 27, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), HIDDEN OWLS COMMISSIONED BY THE INUIT GALLERY, VANCOUVER, 2006

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) HIDDEN OWLS COMMISSIONED BY THE INUIT GALLERY, VANCOUVER, 2006 signed, titled, dated, and numbered 21/35 Estimate: $800—1,200 CAD Important: This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), BIRDS IN FOLIAGE #2, 1971
            Jun. 27, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), BIRDS IN FOLIAGE #2, 1971

            Est: $2,000 - $3,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) BIRDS IN FOLIAGE #2, 1971 signed Estimate: $2,000—3,000 CAD Important: This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), SWANS AT SUNSET, 2002
            Jun. 27, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), SWANS AT SUNSET, 2002

            Est: $600 - $900

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) SWANS AT SUNSET, 2002 signed, titled, dated, and numbered 2/50 Estimate: $600—900 CAD Important: This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak R.C.A. - Inuit Soapstone Carving. - Raven & Seal - c1970
            Jun. 18, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak R.C.A. - Inuit Soapstone Carving. - Raven & Seal - c1970

            Est: $6,000 - $9,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak R.C.A. (1927-2013) Inuit Soapstone Carving. - Raven & Seal (c1970) Description (FR): Pierre, signature syllabique, provenance collection privée, Montréal Description (EN): Stone, syllabic signature, provenance private collection, Montreal Dimension (PO): 18" x 12" x 7 1/2" Dimension (CM): 45.7 x 30.5 x 19.0 cm Rapport de condition: Sur demande, nous nous ferons un plaisir de répondre à vos questions de manière détaillée. Condition report: Upon request, We will gladly answer all your inquiries in a detailed manner.

            Champagne Auctions
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), BIRD WITH YOUNG, 1963
            Jun. 13, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), BIRD WITH YOUNG, 1963

            Est: $300 - $400

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) BIRD WITH YOUNG, 1963 titled, dated and numbered 5/50; artist's name in syllabics; framed Estimate: $300—400 CAD

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), LONG NECKED LOON, 2008
            May. 29, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), LONG NECKED LOON, 2008

            Est: $3,000 - $4,000

            KENOJUAK ASHEVAK ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), KINNGAIT (CAPE DORSET) LONG NECKED LOON, 2008 lithograph, titled, dated and numbered 4/50; artist's name in Roman and syllabics, Overall very good condition. Unframed. Estimate: $3,000—4,000

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), THEO WADDINGTON COMMISSIONED PORTFOLIO II, 1980
            May. 29, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), THEO WADDINGTON COMMISSIONED PORTFOLIO II, 1980

            Est: $4,000 - $6,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) THEO WADDINGTON COMMISSIONED PORTFOLIO II, 1980 lithograph, 6 works; each titled, dated and numbered 27/50; artist's name in Roman and syllabics; includes original editioned folio Estimate: $4,000—6,000

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), UNTITLED (OWL), 2010
            May. 29, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), UNTITLED (OWL), 2010

            Est: $4,000 - $5,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) UNTITLED (OWL), 2010 coloured pencil and graphite drawing, signed in syllabics; dated; embossed with the West Baffin Eskimo Cooperative chop; inscribed verso: "DR110424 / CD040-3072-abd-2010-03/11 - 65 x 50 CM / 18026 / June 18/10" Estimate: $4,000—5,000

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), UNTITLED (WOMAN KNEELING), 1994/1995
            May. 29, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), UNTITLED (WOMAN KNEELING), 1994/1995

            Est: $3,000 - $4,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) UNTITLED (WOMAN KNEELING), 1994/1995 coloured pencil and ink drawing, signed in syllabics; dated; embossed with the West Baffin Eskimo Cooperative chop; inscribed verso: "DR080620 / CD040-2527-abd-94/95-16 - 51 x 53.7" Estimate: $3,000—4,000

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), IQALUTSIAVAK (BEAUTIFUL FISH), 2005
            May. 29, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), IQALUTSIAVAK (BEAUTIFUL FISH), 2005

            Est: $2,000 - $3,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) IQALUTSIAVAK (BEAUTIFUL FISH), 2005 stonecut and stencil, titled, dated and numbered 6/50; artist's name in Roman and syllabics sheet 26.25 x 32 in — 66.7 x 81.3 cm Estimate: $2,000—3,000

            Waddington's
          • Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), RESPLENDENT OWLS, 2005
            May. 29, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), RESPLENDENT OWLS, 2005

            Est: $3,000 - $4,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak ᑭᓄᐊᔪᐊ ᐊᓯᕙ, CC, RCA (1927-2013), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) RESPLENDENT OWLS, 2005 stonecut and stencil, titled, dated and numbered 52/70; artist's name in Roman and syllabics Estimate: $3,000—4,000

            Waddington's
          • KENOJUAK ASHEVAK - Child with Owls
            Apr. 28, 2024

            KENOJUAK ASHEVAK - Child with Owls

            Est: $800 - $1,000

            KENOJUAK ASHEVAK (Canadian/Inuit, 1927-2013) "Child with Owls" 1974 - Limited edition stonecut and stencil on paper 25/50. Signed lower right, titled lower left, editioned and dated lower centre, Framed. 21 x 29.75 inches (image), 28.5 x 36.5 inches (frame). Excellent condition. This piece is illustrated in the 1985 book Kenojuak (Jean Blodgett, Firefly Books) and in the 1974 Cape Dorset Prints annual publication, and can be found in the permanent collection of the National Gallery of Canada.

            Saskatchewan Network for Art Collecting
          • Inuit Soapstone Carving - Kenojuak Ashevak R.C.A. - Raven & Seal - Circa 1970
            Mar. 26, 2024

            Inuit Soapstone Carving - Kenojuak Ashevak R.C.A. - Raven & Seal - Circa 1970

            Est: $12,000 - $25,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak R.C.A. (1927-2013) Corbeau et phoque (Late 1960's) Description (FR): Pierre, signature syllabique, provenance collection privee, Montreal Description (EN): Stone, syllabic signature, provenance private collection, Montreal Dimension (PO): 18" x 12" x 7 1/2" Dimension (CM): 45.7 x 30.5 x 19.0 cm Rapport de condition: Sur demande, nous nous ferons un plaisir de répondre à vos questions de manière détaillée. Condition report: Upon request, We will gladly answer all your inquiries in a detailed manner.

            Champagne Auctions
          • Kenojuak Ashevak, OWL, 1962 Etching on Paper, Signed
            Feb. 18, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak, OWL, 1962 Etching on Paper, Signed

            Est: -

            Kenojuak Ashevak, OWL, 1962 Etching on Paper, Signed. Kenojuak Ashevak (1927-2013). Signed and numbered faintly. Sight size 12.25" x 10.5." Framed size 20.75 x 19.75" Pickup is Monday, February 19th from 12pm to 6pm and Tuesday, February 20th from 10am to 3pm in Gahanna, Ohio 43230. (THIS IS THE ONLY PICKUP WINDOW) or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $3 delivery fee to take this lot to our warehouse for processing. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: [email protected] Sales tax will be collected for all bidders paying with a card. We will not charge sales tax if you come to pay cash in person (you are welcomed to do this!) If tax exempt, make sure your certificate is submitted with Invaluable.

            Burns Auction & Appraisal, LLC.
          • Kenojuak Ashevak 'Owl of Summer' Lithograph
            Jan. 31, 2024

            Kenojuak Ashevak 'Owl of Summer' Lithograph

            Est: $1,000 - $1,500

            Kenojuak Ashevak, Inuit (1927–2013). 'Owl of Summer'. Lithograph on paper. Pencil signed, numbered 'AP 5/10' and titled along bottom edge. Also includes blind stamp. Paper measures 22" H x 30" W, framed 28" H x 35.5" W. Condition report: small areas of toning to paper, please see all photos. Contact AAG for more detailed information if needed. AAG is not responsible for any errors or omissions to any lots. All sales are final and sold as is. This lot cannot be shipped in house. For an instant guaranteed third party shipping quote through Quality Packing and Shipping visit: https://www.qualitypackship.com/abington-copy-1 or contact our other third party shippers.

            Abington Auction Gallery
          • ‡ KENOJUAK ASHEVAK (INUIT 1927-2013) BIRDS OF FANCY
            Dec. 06, 2023

            ‡ KENOJUAK ASHEVAK (INUIT 1927-2013) BIRDS OF FANCY

            Est: £600 - £800

            ‡ KENOJUAK ASHEVAK (INUIT 1927-2013) BIRDS OF FANCY Signed and dated 1964 Limited edition print numbered 16/50 (44cm x 59cm)

            Elstob Auctioneers
          • Kenojuak Ashevak Bird Spirit Engraving
            Nov. 25, 2023

            Kenojuak Ashevak Bird Spirit Engraving

            Est: $400 - $600

            11 1/2" by 14 5/8" framed. Kenojuak Ashevak (1927 - 2013) was active/lived in Nunavut, Ontario / Canada. Kenojuak Ashevak is known for Colored pencil drawing, stone carving, stain glass. Kenojuak Ashevak (AKA: Kenojuak) is a graphic artist, printmaker and sculptor who was born in Ikerrasak camp on southern Baffin Island in Nunavut, Canada. In 1966 she moved about 100 miles to the west to the town of Cape Dorset (AKA: Kinngait), where she still lives. Her primary medium is coloured pencil, and stone carved prints. She has also done soapstone carvings and stained glass. Even though she is one of Canada's best known a printmakers, she does not make the prints herself, instead, they are prepared by stone cutters and printers from her drawings. She has never been involved in the actual printing. Her subjects are birds, animals, Inuit life, landscape and fantasy. However, according to her, the real subject is an exploration of design, colour and texture; the things that inhabit her drawings are only vehicles for that expression. The style is sophisticated Inuit folk art. Her work is identified by vivid imagination, composition, pattern, bold shapes, bright colours and extravagant plumage, even on the dogs. She is an untrained artist. Her late husband, Johnniebo (1923-1972), was also a famous artist who collaborated with her on many projects. Most well known is the 95 foot mural for the 1970 Osaka Worlds Fair. In 1974 she was elected to the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts*. In 1982 she was awarded the rank of Companion of the Order of Canada* (C.C.), the very highest Canadian honour for a lifetime of achievement, for her contribution to Inuit culture. In 1991 she was awarded an honorary Doctorate by Queens University (Kingston, Ontario). In 1992 she was awarded an honorary Doctorate by the University of Toronto. In 2008 she was awarded The Governor General's Award*, the country's highest honour for Visual Arts. Her work was also featured on Canadian postage stamps in 1970, 1980 and 1983; and on the 25 cent coin in 1999. Her work has been exhibited in over 165 solo and group shows in commercial and public galleries since 1959. Some of the public venues are the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa (1965, 67, 86, and 2002); the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Kleinburg, Ontario (1983, 86, 91, 94); the Winnipeg Art Gallery, Manitoba (1985, 87, 93, 95); the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (1974); the Canadian Museum of Civilization, Hull, Quebec (1988, 94); the Glenbow Museum, Calgary (1986); the Art Gallery of Ontario (1983, 84, 85, 89); and the Institute of American Indian Arts Museum, Santa Fe (1975). There have also been exhibitions in Paris (1963, 83); Tokyo (1991); Brussels (1974,94); Williamsburg, Virginia (1993); Anchorage, Alaska (1992) and Jerusalem (1978). Ashevak's works are in many private, corporate and public collections. Some of the public collections are the National Gallery of Canada (Ottawa); the Art Gallery of Ontario (Toronto); the Royal Ontario Museum (Toronto); the Canadian Museum of Civilization (Hull, Quebec); the Winnipeg Art Gallery (Manitoba); the McMichael Canadian Art Collection (Kleinburg, Ontario); Tate ( London, England); the Edmonton Art Gallery (Alberta); the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Queen's University (Kingston,Ontario); the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts; the Vancouver Art Gallery (B.C.); the Museum of Anthropology, University of British Columbia (Vancouver, BC); the Glenbow Museum (Calgary); the Anchorage Museum of History and Art (Alaska); the Art Gallery of Hamilton (Ontario); the Mendel Art Gallery (Saskatoon); the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery (Ontario); the Amon Carter Museum of Western Art (Fort Worth, Texas); the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria (B.C.); the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, (Halifax); the Art Gallery of Windsor (Ontario); the Victoria and Albert Museum (London, England) and dozens more. Her stained glass work can be seen in a window for the John Bell Chapel at Appleby College, Oakville, Ontario. She is listed in A Dictionary of Canadian Artists (1974), by Colin S. MacDonald; in The Collector's Dictionary of Canadian Artists at Auction (2001), by Anthony R. Westbridge and Diana L. Bodnar; in The Canadian Encyclopedia (1985), Hurtig Publishers; in Canadian Who's Who (1996), edited by Elizabeth Lumley; and in Jacques Cattell Press, Who's Who in American Art 15th Edition (1982). Her work is also illustrated and discussed in Landmarks of Canadian Art (1978), by Peter Mellen; in The McMichael Canadian Collection (1976), by Paul Duval and Dorothy Harley Eber; in The History of Canadian Painting (1974), by Barry Lord; in Enjoying Canadian Painting (1976), by Patricia Godsell; in By A Lady (1992), by Maria Tippett; in Arts of the Eskimo: Prints (1975), edited by Ernst Roch; in Canadian Art - From its Beginnings to 2000 (2000), by Anne Newlands; in Canadian Native Art (1973), by Nancy - Lou Patterson; and in Women of the North (1992), by Judy Scott Kardosh. There is also the 1963 Academy Award nominated movie by John Feeny about her titled Eskimo Artist: Kenojuak; and the book Kenojuak: the life story of an Inuit artist (1999), by Ansgar Walk.

            Davis Brothers Auction
          • Kenojuak Ashevak, Composition; Arctic Scene; Animal Kingdom; Bird with Spirits (four works)
            Oct. 24, 2023

            Kenojuak Ashevak, Composition; Arctic Scene; Animal Kingdom; Bird with Spirits (four works)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Kenojuak Ashevak Composition; Arctic Scene; Animal Kingdom; Bird with Spirits (four works) 1967 etching in colors largest sight: 10.5 h x 12.75 w in (27 x 32 cm) smallest sight: 9.625 h x 12.75 w in (24 x 32 cm) Signed, titled, dated and numbered to lower edge of each work 'Composition 48/50 Kenojuak 1967', 'Arctic Scene 48/50 Kenojuak 1967', 'Animal Kingdom 48/50 Kenojuak 1967' and 'Bird with Spirits 48/50 Kenojuak 1967'. These works are number 48 from the editions of 50. Provenance: Estate of Peter Jennings This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

            Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
          • Kenojuak Ashevak, Two Spirits; Hawk Embracing Spirit (two works)
            Oct. 24, 2023

            Kenojuak Ashevak, Two Spirits; Hawk Embracing Spirit (two works)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Kenojuak Ashevak Two Spirits; Hawk Embracing Spirit (two works) 1967 etching in colors image: 9.5 h x 11.625 w in (24 x 30 cm) sight: 11.5 h x 12.625 w in (29 x 32 cm) Signed, titled, dated and numbered to lower edge of each work 'Two Spirits 48/50 Kenojuak 1967' and 'Hawk Embracing Spirit 48/50 Kenojuak 1967'. These works are number 48 from the editions of 50. Provenance: Estate of Peter Jennings This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

            Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
          • Kenojuak Ashevak "Attentive Birds" Print 1992
            Sep. 13, 2023

            Kenojuak Ashevak "Attentive Birds" Print 1992

            Est: $600 - $1,200

            Kenojuak Ashevak (Inuit, 1927-2013). Lithograph on paper titled "Attentive Birds" depicting a flock of seabirds looking to the right, 1992. Syllabics in plate along the lower left; pencil titled along the lower left; inscribed "lithograph," numbered 46/50, and inscribed "Dorset 1992" along the lower center; signed in English and syllabics along the lower right.

            Revere Auctions
          • Kenojuak Ashevak (1927-2013), "Spirit of the Raven," 1979, Stonecut and stencil in colors on paper, Sight: 21.25" H x 26.75" W
            Jun. 06, 2023

            Kenojuak Ashevak (1927-2013), "Spirit of the Raven," 1979, Stonecut and stencil in colors on paper, Sight: 21.25" H x 26.75" W

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Kenojuak Ashevak (1927-2013) "Spirit of the Raven," 1979 Stonecut and stencil in colors on paper Edition: 4/50 Signed, titled, dated, numbered, and inscribed in pencil along the lower edge; and with the artist's device lower right

            John Moran Auctioneers
          • Kenojuak Ashevak (Inuit 1927-2013), Owl and Animal Images, Stonecut in color, Plate size: 298 x 244 mm (11-3/4 x 9-5/8 in)
            May. 12, 2023

            Kenojuak Ashevak (Inuit 1927-2013), Owl and Animal Images, Stonecut in color, Plate size: 298 x 244 mm (11-3/4 x 9-5/8 in)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Kenojuak Ashevak (Inuit, 1927-2013) Owl and Animal Images Stonecut in color; apparently in good condition. Framed.* Signed Kenojuak in English and Inuktitut and numbered 18/50 in graphite l.r., located Dorset and dated 1966 l.c., and titled l.l.

            Weschler's
          • KENOJUAK ASHEVAK (INUIT, 1927-2013) "BRIGHT OWL"
            Apr. 22, 2023

            KENOJUAK ASHEVAK (INUIT, 1927-2013) "BRIGHT OWL"

            Est: $200 - $300

            KENOJUAK ASHEVAK (INUIT, 1927-2013) "BRIGHT OWL", color etching, pencil signed, numbered 23/50, titled, and dated in lower margin. Housed under glass in an old frame. Dated 1967. 6 3/4" x 8 1/2" sight, 12" x 13 1/4" OA.

            Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
          • Ashevak, Kenojuak - The owl surveys all - 1983
            Mar. 28, 2023

            Ashevak, Kenojuak - The owl surveys all - 1983

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Ashevak, Kenojuak (1927-2013) The owl surveys all (1983) Description: Stonecut on paper, 9/50, signed and dated on lower right Kenojuak 1983 Dimension (PO): 23" x 30 3/4" Dimension (CM): 58 x 78 cm Condition report: Upon request, We will gladly answer all your inquiries in a detailed manner.

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          • Ashevak, Kenojuak - Seamaids and owl - 1980
            Mar. 28, 2023

            Ashevak, Kenojuak - Seamaids and owl - 1980

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Ashevak, Kenojuak (1927-2013) Seamaids and owl (1980) Description: Stonecut on paper, 15/50, signed and dated on lower right Kenojuak 1980 Dimension (PO): 23" x 26" Dimension (CM): 58 x 66 cm Condition report: Upon request, We will gladly answer all your inquiries in a detailed manner.

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          • Kenojuak Ashevak GULLS & RAVENS Lithograph, Signed Edition
            Dec. 03, 2022

            Kenojuak Ashevak GULLS & RAVENS Lithograph, Signed Edition

            Est: $400 - $600

            Kenojuak Ashevak's drawings and prints incorporate stylized symbols of Inuit culture and folklore. A noted pioneer in Modern Inuit art, her work has been reproduced on Canadian postage stamps and currency. (source: Artnet)

            Palm Beach Modern Auctions
          • KENOJUAK ASHEVAK PRINT
            Nov. 05, 2022

            KENOJUAK ASHEVAK PRINT

            Est: $25 - $50

            Woman who lives in the sun. 12 1/2" by 15 1/2" framed.

            Davis Brothers Auction
          • Ashevak, Kenojuak - Bird in transformation
            Oct. 26, 2022

            Ashevak, Kenojuak - Bird in transformation

            Est: $4,000 - $8,000

            Ashevak, Kenojuak (1927-2013) Bird in transformation Description: Stone, signed in syllabics. R.C.A. Dimension (PO): 18 1/2" x 14" x 6" Dimension (CM): 47.0 x 35.6 x 15.2 cm Condition report: Upon request, We will gladly answer all your inquiries in a detailed manner.

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          • Ohotaq Mikkigak, (1936-2014, Inuit), "Purple Owl," 1999, Stonecut in colors on laid Japanese paper, Image: 15" H x 20.75" W; Sheet: 20"
            Jul. 26, 2022

            Ohotaq Mikkigak, (1936-2014, Inuit), "Purple Owl," 1999, Stonecut in colors on laid Japanese paper, Image: 15" H x 20.75" W; Sheet: 20"

            Est: $400 - $600

            Ohotaq Mikkigak (1936-2014, Inuit) "Purple Owl," 1999 Stonecut in colors on laid Japanese paper Printer's proof from the edition of unknown size Signed, titled, dated and variously inscribed in pencil in the lower margin; with an unidentified red and black ink stamp in the lower margin, at right Image: 15" H x 20.75" W; Sheet: 20" H x 28" W

            John Moran Auctioneers
          • Kenojuak Ashevak, (1927-2013, Inuit), "Tulugaq Nunavummi," 1999, Stonecut in colors on paper under Plexiglas, Image: 19.25" H x 24.5" W
            Jul. 26, 2022

            Kenojuak Ashevak, (1927-2013, Inuit), "Tulugaq Nunavummi," 1999, Stonecut in colors on paper under Plexiglas, Image: 19.25" H x 24.5" W

            Est: $1,000 - $2,000

            Kenojuak Ashevak (1927-2013, Inuit) "Tulugaq Nunavummi," 1999 Stonecut in colors on paper under Plexiglas An artist's proof aside from the edition of unknown size Signed in both English and Inuktitut, titled, dated and inscribed, all in pencil in the lower margin: Kenojuak Image: 19.25" H x 24.5" W approx.; Sheet: 24.5" H x 35.25" W Notes: This lot accompanied by a book: Ansgar Walk, "Kenojuak" (Ontario, Canada: Penumbra Press, 1999), inscribed by the author.

            John Moran Auctioneers
          • Kenojuak Ashevak, Cape Dorset 21 1/2 x 28 in. (54.6 x 71.1 cm)
            Oct. 27, 2021

            Kenojuak Ashevak, Cape Dorset 21 1/2 x 28 in. (54.6 x 71.1 cm)

            Est: $300 - $500

            Kenojuak Ashevak, Cape Dorset Carried Away, lithograph, #22/50 signed and dated 2007. 21 1/2 x 28 in. (54.6 x 71.1 cm)

            Maynards Fine Art & Antiques
          • A Kenojuak Ashevak, C.C., R.C.A., felt tip drawing
            Aug. 30, 2021

            A Kenojuak Ashevak, C.C., R.C.A., felt tip drawing

            Est: $1,500 - $2,500

            Kenojuak Ashevak, C.C., R.C.A. Inuit, Cape Dorset/Kinngait, (1927-2013), a felt tip drawing on paper under glass, bird with outstretched wings, signed in syllabics lower right. paper size: height 19 3/4in, width 26in For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website

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