Model Totem Poles: Tradition and Transformation

August 27September 01, 2022
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LOT 1

Lot 1

Attributed: GEORGE WALKUS (1875-1958), Kwakwaka'wakw

Attributed: GEORGE WALKUS (1875-1958), Kwakwaka'wakw
Lot 1 Details
Attributed: GEORGE WALKUS (1875-1958), Kwakwaka'wakw

MODEL TOTEM POLE

cedar wood, pigments
unsigned
18.5 x 9 x 5 in — 43.2 x 24.1 x 8.9 cm

Estimate $3,500-$4,500

Realised: $10,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Attributed: GEORGE WALKUS (1875-1958), Kwakwaka'wakw
  • Attributed: GEORGE WALKUS (1875-1958), Kwakwaka'wakw
  • Attributed: GEORGE WALKUS (1875-1958), Kwakwaka'wakw
  • Attributed: GEORGE WALKUS (1875-1958), Kwakwaka'wakw
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Provenance:

Private collection, Ontario

Note:

An exceptional and important pole by a master of the Blunden Harbour style, possibly George Walkus.

Related Works:
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, cat. no. 2011.154.39a–c. Click here to read more
Museum of Anthropology, University of British Columbia, cat. No. A8065. Click here to read more

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor imperfections, overall very good condition.

Please contact the specialist for further condition information.

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  • 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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