John Tiktak, R.C.A., ᔭᓐ ᑎᑕ
MULTIPLE HEADS
JOHN TIKTAK (1916-1981), E1-266, RANKIN INLET / KANGIQLINIQ
MULTIPLE HEADS
stone, signed in syllabics
7" x 8" x 3" — 17.8 x 20.3 x 7.6 cm.
Provenance:
The Upstairs Gallery, Winnipeg, MB
By descent to present owner
Literature:
Tiktak, Sculpture from Rankin Inlet, N.W.T., A retrospective exhibition, 1970, Gallery One-One-One, Winnipeg
Note:
Although he started professionally carving in 1963 after an accident while working in the mine, Tiktak had been carving as a pastime since he was young. His carvings emphasize the importance of form over narration. “Multiple heads” is a common theme for the artist, as seen here, the faces are expressive even with minimal detail.
Estimate: $3,000—5,000
MULTIPLE HEADS
stone, signed in syllabics
7" x 8" x 3" — 17.8 x 20.3 x 7.6 cm.
Provenance:
The Upstairs Gallery, Winnipeg, MB
By descent to present owner
Literature:
Tiktak, Sculpture from Rankin Inlet, N.W.T., A retrospective exhibition, 1970, Gallery One-One-One, Winnipeg
Note:
Although he started professionally carving in 1963 after an accident while working in the mine, Tiktak had been carving as a pastime since he was young. His carvings emphasize the importance of form over narration. “Multiple heads” is a common theme for the artist, as seen here, the faces are expressive even with minimal detail.
Estimate: $3,000—5,000
Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Lot # | Low Est | High Est | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-05-30 | Waddington's | 136 | 3,000 | 5,000 | 2,880.00 |
