Art of the Northwest Coast: Tradition & Transformation

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LOT 21

Lot 21

Charles Joseph Sr. (Kaal.atk') (1891-1986), Tlingit

Charles Joseph Sr. (Kaal.atk') (1891-1986), Tlingit
Lot 21 Details
Charles Joseph Sr. (Kaal.atk') (1891-1986), Tlingit

MODEL TOTEM POLE

wood, paint, steel nail
old inscription incised and in pencil verso reads "A 3 O / Man by Charley Joseph / Sitka Alaska / Sitka Indian"
16.75 x 4 x 4 in — 42.5 x 10.2 x 10.2 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Charles Joseph Sr. (Kaal.atk') (1891-1986), Tlingit
  • Charles Joseph Sr. (Kaal.atk') (1891-1986), Tlingit
  • Charles Joseph Sr. (Kaal.atk') (1891-1986), Tlingit
Provenance:

Private Collection, Alberta

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CONDITION DETAILS

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