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Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak

1928 – 1984

Inuit sculptor

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Lived 1928 – 1984 (aged 55–56). Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak was a Canadian sculptor, jeweler and artist.

Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak (ᐃᓯᑯ) (1928–1984), was a Canadian Inuk sculptor and jewelry artist.

Her sculptures were carved primarily from natural materials such as soapstone (steatite), bone, and antler, reflecting the hunting habits and daily life of her family and the Inuit at large.

Born in 1928 to carver Apollina Nobvak (1906–1965), she married fellow carver Nicholas Kringayark in 1942. Their daughters, Martha Ulliyak Milortok (born 1944) and Simona Kringayark are also practicing carvers. In 1979, one of her soapstone sculptures was featured in the third Canada Post Inuit series of stamps. This series also included fellow Repulse Bay artist, Jean Mapsalak, on the 17 cent Canadian stamp.

Her work is included in the permanent collection of the National Gallery of Canada.

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Important facts

Born
1928, Southampton Island, Naujaat
Birth century
Died
1984, Naujaat
Nationality
Also known as
Madeleine Isserkut Kringayark, Madeline Isserkut Kringayark, Kringayark, Madeline Isserkut, 1928-1984

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak?

Inuit sculptor (1928–1984)

When was Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak born?

Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak was born in 1928 in Southampton Island, Naujaat.

When did Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak die?

Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak died in 1984 in Naujaat.

What was Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak's occupation?

Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak was a sculptor, jeweler and artist.

What nationality was Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak?

Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak

· Wikidata: Q19664758

· DBpedia: Madeleine Isserkut Kringayak

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