George Ahgupuk Paintings & Artwork for Sale | George Ahgupuk Art Value Price Guide

Jun. 08, 2024
2 framed George Ahgupuk drawings Polar Bears and Sled Dogs
Est: $300 - $600
Ahgupuk, George Twok Aden (American/Inuit, 1911-2001), Polar Bears on Ice Flow and Sled Dogs Outside in the Camp, graphite drawings, 3.75 x 9.6 inches, each signed lower left, Provenance: The Estate of Paul G. Benedum, Jr., framed measuring 9 x 14.75 inches.
Concept Art Gallery
Apr. 19, 2024
George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Alaska) "Alaska Cache" Small Ink Drawing Framed- 4.75x10.75"
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George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Alaska) "Alaska Cache" Small Ink Drawing Framed- 4.75x10.75"
District Auction
Nov. 25, 2023
George Twok Aden Ahgupuk Watercolor Painting
Est: $350 - $500
8 1/2" by 9" framed. George Twok Aden Ahgupuk (1911 - 2001) was active/lived in Alaska. George Ahgupuk is known for Naive Inupiat genre, animal. George Aden Ahgupuk was born on October 8, 1911 in Shishmaref, Alaska. His Eskimo name was Twok meaning "man". He died on April 1, 2001 in Alaska. His career as an artist started in 1934 during a several months long stay at a hospital to treat tuberculosis. Collections: Smithsonian Institution (Washington, DC) The Alaska State Museum, Juneau The Anchorage Museum of History and Art The California Academy of Sciences The Indian Arts and Crafts Board The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum (Oklahoma City, OK) The Seattle of Museum of History and Industry, Seattle, WA The Riverside Municipal Museum of California (Riverside, CA) University of Alaska Museum, Fairbanks United States Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C.calacademy.org
Davis Brothers Auction
Oct. 29, 2023
George Ahgupuk "Eskimo Igloo" Inuit Ink Wash Painting
Est: $250 - $350
An original c.1950 pen and ink wash on paper entitled "Eskimo Igloo" by the late IÃ±upiaq artist George Ahgupuk (1911-2001). The work depicts Alaska Native life with an upside down kayak, fish drying on hanging racks, and a team of sled dogs resting not far from their empty sled. Titled lower left, signed and dated lower right, matted in black and framed in gold. Measures approximately 16.5" x 19.25" overall.
Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals
Aug. 14, 2023
GEORGE AHGUPUK INK ON ANIMAL HIDE
Est: $300 - $500
GEORGE AHGUPUK (Alaska, 1911-2001) ink on animal hide, Alaskan Indigenous Inupiat hunting scenes and village scene. Signed lower right, 17.5" x 35.5" (opening), 24.75" x 42.5" (frame).
O'Gallerie
Jun. 16, 2023
NATIVE ALASKAN WOMAN FISHING PAINTING BY AHGUPUK [167540]
Est: $120 - $300
Framed Native Alaskan woman fishing original painting with black paint by George Ahgupuk. Painting 3.5x4.75", frame 8.5x10.5". Signed in lower right. "George Aden Ahgupuk, also called Twok, was an Eskimo-American artist known for his paintings and drawings of Inupiaq life. In addition to works on paper, Ahgupuk created ink-wash artwork on various surfaces, such as bleached walrus skin and caribou hide." from Wikipedia Date: Country (if not USA): State: Alaska City: Provenance:
Holabird Western Americana
Mar. 16, 2023
George Ahgupuk ''Eskimo Village'' Large Ink
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Alaska) ''Eskimo Village'' Ink on Animal Skin 17''x35'' Image. Museum quality large eskimo village composition with seal hunters, fishermen, and the nulukataq blanket toss. Signed l.r. Float mounted in framing 23''x40''. Pin holes in corners, likely original to its manufacture. Overall excellent condition.
MBA Seattle Auction LLC
Sep. 14, 2022
George Ahgupuk Painting on Seal Skin
Est: $75 - $125
Measures 3.75 inches x 9.625 inches sight size and 8.25 x 13.13.5 inches framed. Professionally framed. Excellent condition. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Jun. 11, 2022
GEORGE AHGUPUK ALASKAN ESKIMO INUIT PRINTS
Est: $25 - $50
Nice folio of prints. 8" by 12". Allard Auction Collection Inv: BRG 10834
Davis Brothers Auction
Mar. 27, 2022
GEORGE A AHGUPUK PEN AND INK ESKIMO DRAWING
Est: $300 - $500
George A Ahgupuk pen, ink and wash drawing of an Eskimo winter abode with sled dogs on tanned and bleached caribou hide with decorative border of red laced leather, signed and dated 1937. Measures 9.5 inches x 11.5 inches. Good condition.
White's Auctions
Feb. 20, 2022
George Aden Ahgupuk Ink Drawing on Caribou Skin
Est: $300 - $500
A classic ink on caribou skin drawing by George Aden Ahgupuk (1911-2001) depicting an Eskimo blanket toss scene; a salmon drying rack, stretched hide, and umiak surrounds the festive event. The image is bordered by a red-dyed seal gut border. Framed, measures approximately 8" x 13.75" overall.
Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals
Feb. 20, 2022
George Aden Ahgupuk Seal Skin Painting
Est: $300 - $400
A colorized painting on seal skin by George Aden Ahugupuk (1911-2001) depicting a musher and his dog sled team as winter dusk sets in, Mt. Susitna visible in the background. Framed, total dimensions approximately 10" x 16".
Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals
Feb. 20, 2022
George Aden Ahgupuk Reindeer Skin Painting
Est: $300 - $400
An unusual colorized painting on reindeer skin by George Aden Ahugupuk (1911-2001) depicting a trio of grazing moose on a sunny summer afternoon, mountains in the background. Framed, total dimensions approximately 10.5" x 12.5".
Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals
Jan. 13, 2022
George Ahgupuk (2) Original Drawings [Alaska]
Est: $150 - $250
Two (2) George Ahgupuk (Alaska,1911-2001) original drawings. Both signed lower right. One is titled 'Caribou Skin' lower left. Sheets measure 8.125 in. x 10 in. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Dec. 05, 2021
George Ahgupuk. Alaska. Mid-20th century. 2 scenes
Est: $200 - $300
George Ahgupuk. Alaska. Mid-20th century. 2 scenes depicting Inuit fishers and seals on an ice with sunset. Ink and wash on paper. Signed lower left and right. A few discoloration stains on seal image. Framed under glass. Inscribed as a present on reverse and dated 1958. Sight of each: 3.75 x 5.5in. Overall: 8.75 x 10.75in.
Tremont Auctions
Oct. 29, 2020
George Ahgupuk (Inuit 1911-2001 Inuit)
Est: $100 - $150
George Ahgupuk (Inuit 1911-2001 Inuit), ink on hide landscape of an Eskimo seal hunt, signed lower right, inscribed Shishmaref Alaska, 3 3/4" x 4 3/4".
Pook & Pook Inc.
Feb. 05, 2020
George Ahgupuk, Alaskan (1911 - 2001)
Est: $100 - $300
George Ahgupuk, Alaskan (1911 - 2001) Pen and Ink on Skin Landscape Scene with Sled, Signed Lower Left. Sight measures 3-3/4" H x 5-3/4" W, frame measures 17-1/4 x 11-1/8" W. Condition: Good condition Estimate: $100.00 - $300.00 Domestic Shipping: $78.00
Kodner Galleries
Sep. 19, 2019
George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Inuit) Polar Bear with Catch 1952 Ink on Seal Skin 7.25''x9.5'' Sight. An early colored image of a polar bear with seal and seagulls swarming. Signed and dated l.r. Original framing 13''x15''. Excellent condition.
Est: $100 - $300
George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Inuit) Polar Bear with Catch 1952 Ink on Seal Skin 7.25''x9.5'' Sight. An early colored image of a polar bear with seal and seagulls swarming. Signed and dated l.r. Original framing 13''x15''. Excellent condition.
MBA Seattle Auction LLC
Sep. 19, 2019
2pc George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Inuit) Eskimo Seal Hunt and Caribou Sled Ink on Seal Skin 8''x10'' Each.
Est: $100 - $300
2pc George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Inuit) Eskimo Seal Hunt and Caribou Sled Ink on Seal Skin 8''x10'' Each. A duo of early ink drawings. One depicts an inuit canoe seal hunt and the other is a caribou driven sled in landscape. Signed l.r. Overall excellent condition.
MBA Seattle Auction LLC
May. 26, 2019
George Twok Aden Ahgupuk (1911-2001) original painting
Est: $200 - $400
The mixed media work executed on tanned hide with woven border by the Inupiat Eskimo artist from Shishmaref, AK. In excellent condition, matted and plastic wrapped. Image size 16.75" x 8.75".
Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals
Mar. 28, 2019
4pc George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Alaska) Small Alaskan Scene Ink Drawings 3.5''x5.5'' Images. Includes a colored walrus hunter on Caribou skin, Eskimo mother and child on Caribou skin, Landscape with Moose on Seal Skin, and a dog sled team on Reindeer skin. Matched frames 8''x9.5'' each. Overall excellent condition. (EB)
Est: $200 - $400
4pc George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Alaska) Small Alaskan Scene Ink Drawings 3.5''x5.5'' Images. Includes a colored walrus hunter on Caribou skin, Eskimo mother and child on Caribou skin, Landscape with Moose on Seal Skin, and a dog sled team on Reindeer skin. Matched frames 8''x9.5'' each. Overall excellent condition. (EB)
MBA Seattle Auction LLC
Mar. 17, 2019
(2) GEORGE AHGUPUK (D.2001) INUIT ARTWORKS
Est: $80 - $150
(lot of 2) Framed ink and wash paintings, possibly on hide, Inuit Scenes, each signed lower left Ahgupuk (George Twok Aden Ahgupuk, Alaska, 1911-2001), Dolphin Gallery, Miami stamp on reverse of frame, sight: approx 3.75"h, 5.75"w, overall: approx 9.5"h, 11.5"w; 3.25lbs total Start Price: $60.00
Austin Auction Gallery
Mar. 14, 2018
Drawing, Three Walrus George Ahgupuk
Est: $400 - $600
(Alaska 1911-2001) 3.5"h x 5.5"w
Nye & Company
Nov. 12, 2016
GEORGE TWOK ADEN AHGUPUK (1911-2001, AL) - ANIMAL SKIN ETCHINGS - Two Alaskan Native life scenes etched onto Reindeer and Caribou skin
Est: $300 - $500
GEORGE TWOK ADEN AHGUPUK (1911-2001, AL) - ANIMAL SKIN ETCHINGS - Two Alaskan Native life scenes etched onto Reindeer and Caribou skin. Each in a wood frame and signed at bottom right, with additional artist info on backs. 8" x 13.5" x 1" each
Pacific Galleries
Sep. 24, 2016
George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Alaska)
Est: $300 - $500
Eskimo with snowshoes, faintly signed lower right: Ahgupuk, faintly inscribed lower right: Caribou Skin, ink, gouache and watercolor on caribou skin laid to board, sight size: 4.25'' H x 6.25'' W, est: $300/500.
John Moran Auctioneers
Sep. 24, 2016
George Ahgupuk (1911-2001 Alaska)
Est: $300 - $500
Group of caribou, signed lower right: Ahgupuk, inscribed lower left: Caribou Skin, ink, gouache and watercolor on caribou skin, sight size: 3.75'' H x 5.75'' W, est: $300/500.
John Moran Auctioneers
Sep. 06, 2015
George Ahgupuk: Artic Scene with Polar Bear
Est: $50 - $100
5x7, Mixed Media, SLR
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
May. 04, 2015
GEORGE AHGUPUK, FOUR INK WASHES ON PAPER (Alaska, 1911-2001) Alaskan scenes: Inuit villagers with trampoline, seal hunt, kayak and moose. Openings measure approximately 3.5" x 5", each signed lower right. In matching wood frames.
Est: $200 - $300
GEORGE AHGUPUK, FOUR INK WASHES ON PAPER (Alaska, 1911-2001) Alaskan scenes: Inuit villagers with trampoline, seal hunt, kayak and moose. Openings measure approximately 3.5" x 5", each signed lower right. In matching wood frames.
O'Gallerie
Jan. 18, 2015
Drawing, George Ahgupuk
Est: $500 - $700
George Ahgupuk (American, b. 1911), Polar Bear with Seal, graphite on paper, signed lower right, sight: 8"h x 10"w, overall (with frame): 14.5"h x 16"w
Clars Auctions
May. 06, 2014
GEORGE AHGUPUK INK WASH ON ANIMAL HIDE (Alaska,
Est: $120 - $180
GEORGE AHGUPUK INK WASH ON ANIMAL HIDE (Alaska, 1911-2001) Titled "Reindeer Skies" depicting Alaskan Inupiat Native villagers with trampoline. Opening measures 7" x 12.5", signed "Ahgupuk" lower right, titled lower left. In a wood frame.
O'Gallerie
Apr. 12, 2014
Drawing, George Ahgupuk, Whale Hunting
Est: $50 - $100
George Twok Aden Ahgupuk (Alaskan, 1911-2001), Whale Hunting, ink drawing, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 8"h x 9.5"w
Clars Auctions
Mar. 26, 2013
George Twok Aden Ahgupuk, (1911-2001), Alaska inuit camp scene with dogs, pen and ink on animal hide
Est: $150 - $300
George Twok Aden Ahgupuk (1911-2001) Alaska inuit camp scene with dogs pen and ink on animal hide signed
Ripley Auctions
Mar. 26, 2013
George Twok Aden Ahgupuk, (1911 - 2001), Alaska inuit boat scene, pen and ink on animal hide
Est: $150 - $300
George Twok Aden Ahgupuk (1911 - 2001) Alaska inuit boat scene pen and ink on animal hide signed
Ripley Auctions
Oct. 16, 2010
Pen and ink drawing on caribou skin by George
Est: -
Pen and ink drawing on caribou skin by George Ahgupuk (c71)
Alaska Auction Co
Mar. 26, 2010
Mrs. George Ahgupuk Eskimo Dolls
Est: $500 - $700
Mrs. George Ahgupuk Eskimo Dolls Lot of 2. Family with softly carved wooden and inked faces; sealskin summer parkas detailed at hems, lengths 11 in. second quarter 20th century Included is a United States Army envelope with note on face These dolls were made by Mrs. George Ahgupuk, wife of the famed native artist. Some small holes in hide; mother missing hair; string on fathers bow broken.
Cowan's Auctions