Canadian Arts, Culture & History

November 2530, 2023
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LOT 452

Lot 452

Ojibwe Child's Doll Cradleboard, Manitoulin Island, ON, 19th century

Ojibwe Child's Doll Cradleboard, Manitoulin Island, ON, 19th century
Lot 452 Details
Ojibwe Child's Doll Cradleboard, Manitoulin Island, ON, 19th century

the cradleboard of cedar board and bentwood construction, the trade cloth cover having a hide lace

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $399.75
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Ojibwe Child's Doll Cradleboard, Manitoulin Island, ON, 19th century
  • Ojibwe Child's Doll Cradleboard, Manitoulin Island, ON, 19th century
  • Ojibwe Child's Doll Cradleboard, Manitoulin Island, ON, 19th century
Note:

This cradle was brought by F.T. Munn from Manitoulin Island between 1905 and 1912, when he was young. He became a medical doctor. His mother was Catherine Wetherald, daughter of Joseph Wetherald and Sarah Jarmy, and this papoose was brought to the Rockwood Academy by Kathleen M. Richards, granddaughter of Catherine Ann Wetherald and niece of Dr. Fred Munn. Note: dated 10 August, 1983.

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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