Canadian Arts, Culture & History

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LOT 61

Lot 61

Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century

Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century
Lot 61 Details
Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century

signed and numbered 1906
length 50 in — 127 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $1,125
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century
  • Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century
  • Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century
  • Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century
  • Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century
  • Kwakwakaʼwakw Speaker's Staff or Talking Stick by George Bee (b.1933), Alert Bay, BC, mid-20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Loss to wing tips and repairs to wings

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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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