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Art of the Northwest Coast: Tradition & Transformation

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September 12, 2024 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 27

Lot 27

Attributed to James (Jimmy) Seaweed, Kwakwakaʼwakw

Attributed to James (Jimmy) Seaweed, Kwakwakaʼwakw
Lot 27 Details
Attributed to James (Jimmy) Seaweed, Kwakwakaʼwakw

MODEL TOTEM POLE

wood, paint, steel nail
tag affixed to underside is inscribed "Fort Langley Museum / 1959 Canada BC / Kwakiutl / 1200-"
20.5 x 6.75 x 5.5 in — 52.1 x 17.1 x 14 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Attributed to James (Jimmy) Seaweed, Kwakwakaʼwakw
  • Attributed to James (Jimmy) Seaweed, Kwakwakaʼwakw
  • Attributed to James (Jimmy) Seaweed, Kwakwakaʼwakw
  • Attributed to James (Jimmy) Seaweed, Kwakwakaʼwakw
  • Attributed to James (Jimmy) Seaweed, Kwakwakaʼwakw
Provenance:

Private Collection, Alberta

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Further Reading:
https://www.waddingtons.ca/art-of-the-model-totem-pole/

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 27
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