Jessie Oonark
Jessie Oonark
1906 - 1985
Baker Lake; disc number E2-294

Jessie Oonark, born in 1906 near the Kazan River in Nunavut, was a prominent Inuit artist whose work played a crucial role in the development of contemporary Inuit art. Originally leading a traditional nomadic lifestyle, Oonark's artistic career began later in life after she settled in Baker Lake in the 1950s. Oonark is best known for her bold, vibrant textile works and prints that vividly depict Inuit mythology, traditional life and the natural world. Her compositions often feature symmetrical designs and a distinctive use of color, blending modern aesthetic techniques with cultural narratives. Her imagery includes depictions of Inuit clothing, tools, and animals, often arranged in dynamic, eye-catching patterns. In the mid-1960s, Oonark's talents gained recognition when her drawings were transformed into prints and textile works, leading to widespread acclaim. Her work became central to the burgeoning Baker Lake art scene, and she quickly gained a reputation as one of the leading Inuit artists of her time. Oonark's contributions to art have been celebrated with numerous exhibitions and accolades. Her works are included in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Canada and the Winnipeg Art Gallery. In 1984, the year before she passed away, she was awarded the Order of Canada for her artistic achievements. Jessie Oonark's legacy endures through her rich and evocative body of work, which continues to inspire and influence new generations of artists, highlighting the depth and vibrancy of Inuit culture.
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Untitled by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $11,250
Jessie Oonark
Untitled
28 3/8 x 36 1/4 in, 72 x 92 cm
tissus stroud, fil, fil de broderie et feutre
Estimation : 10 000 $ - 15 000 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 11 250 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
Inuit Art, jeudi, 29 août 2024
Woman by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $8,125
Jessie Oonark
Woman
28 1/2 x 19 1/4 in, 72.4 x 48.9 cm
gravure sur pierre et pochoir sur papier
Estimation : 4 000 $ - 6 000 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 8 125 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
First Nations & Inuit Art, jeudi, 27 août 2020
Woman by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $6,250
Jessie Oonark
Woman
31 1/8 x 21 5/8 in, 79.1 x 54.9 cm
gravure sur pierre et pochoir sur papier
Estimation : 6 000 $ - 9 000 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 6 250 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
Inuit Modern | A Prominent Private Collection, jeudi, 27 juin 2024
A Shaman’s Helping Spirits by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $5,000
Jessie Oonark
A Shaman’s Helping Spirits
36 x 24 in, 91.4 x 61 cm
gravure sur pierre et pochoir sur papier
Estimation : 4 000 $ - 6 000 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 5 000 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
First Nations & Inuit Art, jeudi, 26 août 2021
My Dream of a Person with Birds by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $2,813
Jessie Oonark
My Dream of a Person with Birds
24 1/8 x 34 1/8 in, 61.3 x 86.7 cm
linogravure et pochoir
Estimation : 2 000 $ - 3 000 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 2 813 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
Inuit Art, jeudi, 31 août 2023
Drum Dance by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $2,375
Jessie Oonark
Drum Dance
18 x 12 in, 45.7 x 30.5 cm
gravure sur pierre et pochoir
Estimation : 400 $ - 600 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 2 375 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
February 2015 - 3rd Session, jeudi, 26 février 2015
Baker Lake Drawing by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $2,125
Jessie Oonark
Baker Lake Drawing
17 x 24 in, 43.2 x 61 cm
crayon de couleur sur papier
Estimation : 2 500 $ - 3 500 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 2 125 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
First Nations & Inuit Art, jeudi, 29 août 2019
Fish Woman by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $1,750
Jessie Oonark
Fish Woman
25 1/2 x 34 in, 64.8 x 86.4 cm
pochoir sur papier
Estimation : 1 600 $ - 2 000 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 1 750 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
July 2016 - 4th Session, jeudi, 28 juillet 2016
Fish Woman by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $1,625
Jessie Oonark
Fish Woman
25 x 34 in, 63.5 x 86.4 cm
pochoir sur papier
Estimation : 2 000 $ - 3 000 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 1 625 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
Inuit Art | Graphic Works, jeudi, 27 février 2025
People of the Inland by Jessie Oonark vendu pour $1,521
Jessie Oonark
People of the Inland
16 1/2 x 11 in, 41.9 x 27.9 cm
gravure sur pierre sur papier
Estimation : 1 000 $ - 1 500 $ CDN
Vendu pour : 1 521 $ CDN (Prime d’achat incluse)
July 2011 - 1st Session, jeudi, 28 juillet 2011