Art of the Northwest Coast: Tradition & Transformation

September 1621, 2023
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LOT 17

Lot 17

Unidentified Artist, Nuu-chah-nulth

Unidentified Artist, Nuu-chah-nulth
Lot 17 Details
Unidentified Artist, Nuu-chah-nulth

MODEL TOTEM POLE

three collector's inventory tags, one reading: "F. Llewllyn Casterline Collection"; inscribed verso in three separate hands: "5.00 / Totem by... / Totem pole secured May 10 1941 from Mr. Beard mineralogist of the Kansas City Museum / Bra[?]c... / present to Hayden from Bra[?]c...1941"
19 x 3 x 2 in — 48.3 x 7.6 x 5.1 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,353
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Unidentified Artist, Nuu-chah-nulth
  • Unidentified Artist, Nuu-chah-nulth
  • Unidentified Artist, Nuu-chah-nulth
Provenance:

Frank Llewllyn Casterline, New York, NY;
Private Collection, Illinois

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 17
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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