Lot 27
BRUCE ALFRED
Lot 27 Details
BRUCE ALFRED, Kwakwaka'wakw
TSONOQUA (WILD WOMAN OF THE WOODS)
yellow cedar, paint, cedar bark
signed Bruce Alfred, Nimpkish and dated '82
11 x 6.75 x 4 in — 27.9 x 17.1 x 10.2 cm
Estimate $500-$700
Realised: $1,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium
Important:
This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.
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Provenance:
Private Collection, BC
Note:
Bruce Alfred, a Kwakwaka’wakw artist of the ‘Namgis First Nation, was born August 24, 1950, in Alert Bay, British Columbia. Immersed in the traditional practices of the Kwakwaka’wakw culture, he was raised and currently resides in Alert Bay.
Bruce stems from a long line of prominent artists. He is first cousins with the renowned Hunt brothers. Throughout his career he has worked with such prominent artists as Wayne Alfred, Beau Dick and Richard Hunt. World-renowned artist Doug Cranmer was instrumental in teaching Alfred the elements of design and engraving and introduced him to the art of steam-bending wood boxes and chests. Alfred has been a part of many monumental projects, including the replica building of a Haida village, headed by Bill Reid and Doug Cranmer. Additionally, he contributed to the carving of a 30-foot totem pole for his village.
Bruce Alfred was the recipient of BC’s 2008 Fulmer Award in First Nations Art . He is one of the premier artists of the Kwakwaka’wakw Peoples and his work is highly prized by collectors both locally and abroad.
CONDITION DETAILS
In good condition with no visible issues to report.
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