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Saila, Pauta
Kayak and Walrus Kayak et morse
1968 1968

Though he is best known for his carvings of dancing bears, Pauta Saila published approximately forty prints in Cape Dorset graphic collections between 1962-1981. Pauta was one of the first Inuit artists to attempt copper engraving and achieved a distinctive style with the medium, highlighted by a remarkable attention to detail. As with his carving, he most frequently took his graphic subject matter from the animal world. Pauta Saila has lived in Cape Dorset since 1960 and has established an international reputation. He is married to printmaker Pitaloosie Saila.

Saila, Pauta
Kilaparuta area, south Baffin Island NU 1916-Ottawa ON 2009 Kilaparuta area, south Baffin Island NU 1916-Ottawa ON 2009
Kayak and Walrus Kayak et morse
1968 1968
Engraving on paper, 19/50 Gravure, 19/50
height / width: 33.00 x 25.10 cm; 12.99 x 9.88 in.
Gift of John Robertson, 1985 Don de John Robertson, 1985
28-032

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