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Jomie Aipeelee (Inuit, Cape Dorset) Large Green Serpentine Whale on Base Sculpture, 2006
Lot 42

Jomie Aipeelee (Inuit, Cape Dorset) Large Green Serpentine Whale on Base Sculpture, 2006

Estimate: $1,300 - $4,000
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Large carved green serpentine whale sculpture by Inuit artist Jomie Aipeelee, depicted in an arcing pose and mounted on a matching serpentine base by a wooden peg. The stone features mottled dark-green and yellowing veining with a smooth hand-polished surface. The underside side of the base is signed “Jomie Aipeelee,” and references Cape Dorset/Kinngait, Nunavut. Sculpture is in good condition with minor handling wear. Please see photos for additional details.  ABOUT THE ARTIST: Jomie Aipeelee (1963-2020) was an Inuit sculptor from Iqaluit, known for finely craved muskox, marine mammals, and birds, typically in serpentine. A third-generation carver, the son of Seepee Ipellie and grandson of Nuveeya Ipellie, his works are signed in Roman and syllabic and appear regularly at auction.  | Dimensions: 23 x 15.5 x 9 in | Weight: 32.4 lbs | Shelf: 24F |

Condition

All items show signs of wear consistent with age and use. The absence of specific condition notes does not imply the item is in perfect condition or free from defects. Please review all photos carefully before bidding.

Overall Dimensions
Height: 9.00 in
Width: 15.50 in
Depth: 23.00 in
Weight: 32.40

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Provenance: From a private collection. Additional provenance, if known, is listed in the lot description. Block Auction House makes no guarantees regarding provenance unless stated in writing.