Signed “Thory Canada” Inuit-Style Hunter with Harpoon Sculpture
Lot 506 in KW Consignment shop. Sold by KW Consignment Inc. in Waterloo, ON.
- Price
- $85.00
- Condition
- Condition unknown
- Delivery
- Pickup only for this lot
- Pickup
- Waterloo, ON
- Filed under
- Arts & Entertainment > Hobbies & Creative Arts
- Finds
- Local history and Canadiana
- Retail
- $85.00
Description
A distinctive Canadian carved sculpture depicting a kneeling hunter dressed in a hooded parka and holding a raised removable harpoon. The figure is rendered in mottled cream, grey and brown stone with finely incised facial features and decorative edging along the clothing.
The underside is hand-marked “THORY CANADA” with additional numerals or markings. The carving has a substantial, sculptural presence despite its compact dimensions and displays attractive natural variations throughout the stone. Hunting figures and scenes are long-established subjects within Inuit carving traditions, although the visible “Thory Canada” marking could not be independently verified as belonging to a documented Inuit artist.
Details
- Subject: Kneeling hunter with raised harpoon
- Material: Carved mottled stone with light-coloured removable harpoon
- Marking: Hand-incised “THORY CANADA” on underside with additional markings/numerals
- Dimensions: Approx. 5" W × 2" L × 4¾" H
- Weight: Approx. 0.78 lb
- Features: Detailed hooded parka, carved facial features, incised garment trim and removable harpoon
- Condition: Good vintage condition with surface wear, scratches, natural stone variations and minor marks consistent with age and display. Please review photos for condition.
HS Code: 9703.90.00.00
Country of Origin: Canada
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