Historical First Nations & Inuit Art

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September 03, 2026 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 41

Lot 41

Reverend John Chantler McDougall (1842-1917), Canadian

Reverend John Chantler McDougall (1842-1917), Canadian
Lot 41 Details
Reverend John Chantler McDougall (1842-1917), Canadian

[CREE HYMN BOOK], 1888

contemporary full calfskin covers panelled in blind; lettered in gilt; inscribed on front endpages "Mary Ann Eaes Norway House 1891"; text in Cree syllabics and English; 153 pages
5.25 x 3.375 x 0.625 in — 13.3 x 8.6 x 1.6 cm

Estimate $200-$400

Realised: $687.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Reverend John Chantler McDougall (1842-1917), Canadian
  • Reverend John Chantler McDougall (1842-1917), Canadian
  • Reverend John Chantler McDougall (1842-1917), Canadian
  • Reverend John Chantler McDougall (1842-1917), Canadian
Provenance:

Private Collection, Ontario

CONDITION DETAILS

Condition commensurate with age.
Loose rear board, loss to head of spine, rubbing and soiling to boards, minor imperfections.
Please contact the specialist for further condition information.

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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