Inuit
INUIT art revolves around themes of family, naturalism, shamanism and camp life, and the materials used to create these works originate from the Arctic land and animals. Sculptures in stone, colourful prints, original drawings, and textiles as well as carved jewelry are imbued with the cultural stories and mythologies of the Inuit peoples.
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Inuit Art 2024 Calendar
Coastal Peoples Gallery
CA$20.00A perennial event that many people eagerly anticipate is the launch of the Cape Dorset Inuit Art calendar in which there are 12 outstanding prints highlighted from previous years.
Kinngait (Cape Dorset), a small hamlet of about 1400 people in the high Arctic, is one of Canada’s most successful and prolific art communities. Every year for the past 61 years, the West Baffin Eskimo Co-operative has released to the public its collection of fine art limited edition prints. The annual unveiling of new stonecuts, etchings, and lithographs is anticipated by serious collectors and avid enthusiasts all over the world.
Produced by Dorset Fine Arts
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33. Iqalukpik (Arctic Char That Goes to Shore)
Ningiukulu (Ningeokuluk) Teevee
SOLDStonecut
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Tapaungai Niviaqsi)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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32. Aupaktuq (Red)
Ningiukulu (Ningeokuluk) Teevee
CA$800.00Lithograph
Pescia Light Blue paper
(Printer: Niveaksie Quvianaqtuliaq)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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31 Imaginary Thought
Ningiukulu (Ningeokuluk) Teevee
Price upon requestCollection release date: October 21, 2023
Now available for reservation onlyEtching & Chine Colle
Velin d’Arches White & Thai Unryu paper
(Printer: Studio PM)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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30. Rebirth
Qavavau Manumie
SOLDStonecut & Stencil
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Qavavau Manumie)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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29. Ornamental Knives
Susie Saila
CA$500.00Stonecut
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Cee Pootoogook)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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28. Tunnili Ulu (Tattooed Ulu)
Ashley Qavavau
Price upon requestCollection release date: October 21, 2023
Now available for reservation onlyLinocut
Moriki Kozo Bright Yellow paper
(Printer: Qavavau Manumie)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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27. Swirling Owls
Padloo Samayualie
Price upon requestCollection release date: October 21, 2023
Now available for reservation onlyLithograph & Stencil
BFK Rives White paper
(Printer: Nujaliak Quvianaqtuliak & Qavavau Manumie)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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26. Stoic Raven
Padloo Samayualie
SOLDEtching, Aquatine & Chine Colle
Velim d’Arches White & Yamato Chiri paper
(Printer: Studio PM)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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25. Spring Dip
Pauojoungie Saggiak
Price upon requestCollection release date: October 21, 2023
Now available for reservation onlyLithograph
Arches Cover White paper
(Printer: Nujaliak Quvianaqtuliak)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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23. Beluga Dream
Olooreak Etungat
CA$400.00Lithograph, Stonecut & Stencil
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Qavavau Manumie, Kakee Ningeoseak & Niveaksie Quvianaqtuliaq)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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21. Striking Raven
Quavianaqtuk Pudlat
SOLDEtching, Aquatint & Chine Colle
Veline d’Arches White & Usu Kuchi Light Printer paper
(Printer: Studio PM)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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20. Observant Bear
Quavianaqtuk Pudlat
CA$1,200.00Etching & Aquatint
Veline d’Arches White paper
(Printer: Studio PM)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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19. Kinngait at Night
Johnny Pootoogook
CA$600.00Stencil
Moriki Kozo Black paper
(Printer: Qavavau Manumie)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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18. Sedna’s Parade
Pits Qimirpik
CA$450.00Lithograph
BFK Rives White paper
(Printer: Niveaksie Quvianaqtuliaq)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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17. Aerial Standoff
Kiliktee Kiliktee
Price upon requestStonecut
Kizuki Kozo Natural paper
(Printer: Qavavau Manumie)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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15. Loon Migration
Ooloosie Saila
SOLDLithograph
Arches Cover White paper
(Printer: Niveaksie Squvianaqtuliaq)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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14. Aquatic Owl
Ooloosie Saila
SOLDEtching & Aquatint
Velin d’Arches White paper
(Printer: Studio PM)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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13. Loon Passage
Ooloosie Saila
Price upon requestCollection release date: October 21, 2023
Now available for reservation onlyEtching & Chine Colle
Velin d’Arches White, Thai Unryu & Usu Kuchi Light paper
(Printer: Studio PM)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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12. Floating Leaves
Shuvinai Ashoona
CA$600.00Linocut & Stencil
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Tapaungai Niviaqsi)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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11. Garden of Eden
Shuvinai Ashoona
CA$500.00Linocut
Kizuki Kozo Natural paper
(Printer: Tapaungai Niviaqsi)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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8. Two-Headed Raven
Mathew Flaherty
CA$500.00Stonecut & Stencil
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Cee Pootoogook)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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7. Alluq (Seal Breathing Hole)
Mathew Flaherty
SOLDLinocut
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Kakee Ningeoseak & Matthew Flaherty)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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6. Battle Royale
Napachie Ashoona
CA$350.00Stonecut
Kizuki Kozo Natural paper
(Printer: Napachie Ashoona)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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5. Games We Play
Josie Pootoogook
SOLDStonecut
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Qavavau Manumie)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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4. Joyful Bird
Saimaiyu Akesuk
SOLDLithograph
Velin d’Arches Cover Cream paper
(Printer: Nujaliak Quvianaqtuliak)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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3. Flipside
Saimaiyu Akesuk
CA$800.00Etching & Aquatint
Velin d’Arches White paper
(Printer: Studio PM)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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2. Seaweed Spirit
Saimaiyu Akesuk
SOLDStonecut & Stencil
Kizuki Kozo White paper
(Printer: Tapaungai Niviaqsi)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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1. Strutting Bird
Saimaiyu Akesuk
CA$600.00Stonecut
Kizuki Kozo Natural paper
(Printer: Qavavau Manumie)Unframed, Edition 20/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2023
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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Coiled Basket with Inukshuk
Sarah Mickiyuk
CA$2,070.00Woven coiled grass basket, Thread (coloured), Serpentine stone
2012
The process of basket-making is long and arduous as it can take up to a month to weave a large basket. Baskets are made from repeatedly coiling the grass from the bottom of the basket and building the basket up. Designs are created by stitching thread onto the basket, however some designs are actually woven in. This thread can be made from a number of materials, such as de-haired sealskin, leather, and yarn.
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Coiled Basket with Eagles
Betsy Meeko
CA$4,370.002010
Woven coiled grass basket, Thread (coloured), Serpentine stone
The process of basket-making is long and arduous as it can take up to a month to weave a large basket. Baskets are made from repeatedly coiling the grass from the bottom of the basket and building the basket up. Designs are created by stitching thread onto the basket, however some designs are actually woven in. This thread can be made from a number of materials, such as de-haired sealskin, leather, and yarn.
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Ulu
Richard Adam Kudlak
CA$800.00Antler Bone, Stainless steel, Red cedar wood
Ulu: 5.5 x 6.25 x 1″
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Igloo Brooch
Norman Qupee
SOLDMarine Ivory
2019
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Igloo Earrings
Rex Goose (Kangoak)
CA$105.00Marine Ivory
2020
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Inukshuk Earrings
Rex Goose (Kangoak)
CA$115.00Marine Ivory
2020
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Ulu Earrings
Rex Goose (Kangoak)
CA$115.00Marine Ivory
2020
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Ulu Earrings
Rex Goose (Kangoak)
CA$115.00Marine Ivory
2020
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Inukshuk Brooch
Sandy Maniapik
CA$185.00Baleen
2013
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Igloo Stud Earrings
Sandy Maniapik
CA$105.00Marine Ivory
2012
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Walrus Brooch
Artist Unknown
CA$140.00Marine Ivory
2021
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23. Watchful Spirit
Qavavau Manumie
CA$450.00Stonecut & Stencil on Acid-free paper, Edition 6/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2022
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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20. Wolf Hackles
Quavianaqtuk Pudlat
CA$1,400.00Etching & Chine Collé on Acid-free paper, Edition 6/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2022
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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16. Heading Home
Ningiukulu (Ningeokuluk) Teevee
CA$600.00Lithograph on Acid-free paper, Edition 6/50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2022
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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The Way of Inuit Art: Aesthetics and History In and Beyond the Arctic
Emily E. Auger
CA$55.00Inuit art is examined in this book from prehistory to the present, especially its influence on non-Inuit artists and scholars, and their influence on it.
Part One gives a history of the main art-producing prehistoric traditions in the North American Arctic, concentrating on the Dorset. It also discusses the influence of theories such as evolutionism, diffusionism, ethnographic comparison, and shamanism on the interpretation of prehistoric Inuit art.
Part Two, with the support of interviews with Inuit artists, analyzes the influence of such theories as nationalism, primitivism, modernism, and postmodernism on 20th century Canadian Inuit art. The presence of Inuit art in the mainstream is demonstrated with a discussion of its influence on Canadian artist Nicola Wojewoda, to whose work, in addition, Inuit artists present their reactions.
Softcover
Published in 2005Please note: When purchasing a book online, please consider the cost of shipping to certain destinations as it may be higher than anticipated. Please contact us for a shipping quote prior to placing your online order.
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Creation and Transformation: Defining Moments in Inuit Art
Christine Lalonde, Darlene Wight, Ingo Hessel, Norman Vorano, Susan Gustavison, Winnipeg Art Gallery
CA$65.00The treasures of the world’s largest public collection of Inuit art are revealed in this seminal history of art from the Arctic.
The collection of Inuit art held by the Winnipeg Art Gallery, one of Canada’s most important public galleries, is extraordinary by any standard: its geographic range, diverse media and size have brought international renown to the collection of some 11,000 artworks. The wag celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2012-13 and this book, as well as a major exhibition from January 24 to April 17, 2013, will feature many of the gallery’s treasures as it marks this important milestone.
Creation and Transformation is a major art book that describes the genesis and evolution of contemporary Inuit art from 1949 to the present day: from carvers in the 1950s, such as Johnny Inukpuk, to later storytellers in stone, such as Davidialuk Alasua Amittu, and in whale bone such as Karoo Ashevak; from pioneer graphic artist Jessie Oonark, to graphic artists working today in new and personal idioms, such as Shuvinai Ashoona. The book is a celebration of creativity that has had many transformations over six decades.
Organized chronologically, this remarkable volume will constitute a new historical narrative of a contemporary art form as revealed in essays by international authorities led by Winnipeg Art Gallery’s curator of Inuit art, Darlene Coward Wight, and explored through the personal insights of the artists themselves. Expertly designed and produced, this book features 150 colour and archival images.
Hardcover
Published in 2012Please note: When purchasing a book online, please consider the cost of shipping to certain destinations as it may be higher than anticipated. Please contact us for a shipping quote prior to placing your online order.
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23. Passing Char
Ningiukulu (Ningeokuluk) Teevee
CA$1,200.00Etching & Chine Collé on Acid-free paper, Edition 25 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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22. Ancestral Walrus
Ningiukulu (Ningeokuluk) Teevee
CA$1,200.00Etching & Chine Collé on Acid-free paper, Edition 29 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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13. Purple Bones
Shuvinai Ashoona
CA$1,200.00Etching & Chine Collé on Acid-free paper, Edition 29 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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12. Long Flight
Sam Akesuk
CA$600.00Stonecut on Rice paper, Edition 29 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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10. Drifting Home
Sam Akesuk
CA$800.00Stonecut & Stencil on Rice paper, Edition 29 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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8. Looming Bear
Nuna Parr
CA$400.00Etching & Chine Collé on Acid-free paper, Edition 32 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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6. Blessing of Narwhals
Ohito Ashoona
CA$500.00Etching & Chine Collé on Acid-free paper, Edition 24 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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3. The Good Omen
Pitaloosie Saila RCA
CA$700.00Lithograph on Acid-free paper, Edition 46 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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2. Out of the Deep
Pitaloosie Saila RCA
CA$850.00Etching, Sugar lift & Hand-colouring on Acid-free paper, Edition 29 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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1. Song of Arrival
Pitaloosie Saila RCA
CA$850.00Etching, Sugar lift & Hand-colouring on Acid-free paper, Edition 29 of 50
Cape Dorset Annual Print Collection 2021
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
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Kappianaqtut: Strange Creatures and Fantastic Beings From Inuit Myths and Legends [Volume 1]
Neil Christopher
CA$19.95Illustrated by Mike Austin
Paperback
Published 2011From Inhabit Media:
Each volume in the Kappianaqtut series provides readers with an in-depth academic examination of two mythological creatures from Inuit mythology. The series examines Inuit myths from an ethnographic perspective and fosters discussion on the variations and multiple representations of the myths and creatures in question. This volume, which explores the giants of the North and the mother of the sea mammals, has been fully revised and updated. Kappianaqtut represents the first book-length study of Inuit mythological beings written from a Northern perspective.
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Reawakening Our Ancestors’ Lines: Revitalizing Inuit Traditional Tattooing
Angela Hovak Johnston
CA$29.95For thousands of years, Inuit women practiced the traditional art of tattooing. Created with bone needles and caribou sinew soaked in seal oil or soot, these tattoos were an important tradition for many women, symbols stitched in their skin that connected them to their families and communities.
But with the rise of missionaries and residential schools in the North, the tradition of tattooing was almost lost. In 2005, when Angela Hovak Johnston heard that the last Inuk woman tattooed in the traditional way had died, she set out to tattoo herself and learn how to tattoo others. What was at first a personal quest became a project to bring the art of traditional tattooing back to Inuit women across Nunavut, starting in the community of Kugluktuk.
Collected in this beautiful book are moving photos and stories from more than two dozen women who participated in Johnston’s project. Together, these women are reawakening their ancestors’ lines and sharing this knowledge with future generations.
Published in 2017
Hardcover
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