Davidee Itulu facts for kids
Davidee Itulu (born June 4, 1929 – died April 15, 2006) was a talented Inuit artist. He was born in a place called Tujjaat, close to Cape Dorset in Nunavut, Canada. Later, in the 1950s, he moved to Kimmirut. Davidee Itulu became well-known for his amazing carvings, especially those made using a special technique called scrimshaw.
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Davidee Itulu: An Arctic Artist
Davidee Itulu was a master of scrimshaw. This is a unique art form where designs are carved into materials like ivory or bone. He learned this skill from James Archibald Houston, another important figure in Inuit art.
His Amazing Animal Art
Itulu's artwork often showed animals that live in the Arctic region. He carved many different creatures, including:
- Seals
- Geese
- Bears
- Birds
- Whales
- Fish
- Walruses
His carvings helped people learn about the wildlife and culture of the Arctic.
Where You Can See His Work
Davidee Itulu's art is so important that it is displayed in many famous places. His carvings are part of collections at major museums and galleries. Some of these include:
- The Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
- The National Gallery of Canada
- The Canadian Museum of History
- The Winnipeg Art Gallery
- The Minneapolis Institute of Art
His unique artist identification number was E7-1042.
His Later Life
Davidee Itulu passed away in 2006 at the age of 76. He left behind his wife, Eva, and many children. His legacy lives on through his beautiful and detailed artwork.
