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LOT 17

Lot 17

Joe David (b. 1946)

Joe David (b. 1946)
Lot 17 Details
Joe David (b. 1946), Nuu-chah-nulth

NORTH WIND MASK, 1972

cedar, acrylic paint, horse hair, leather
signed and dated
11 x 8 x 5.5 in — 27.9 x 20.3 x 14 cm

Estimate $8,000-$10,000

Realised: $12,300
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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Joe David (b. 1946)
  • Joe David (b. 1946)
  • Joe David (b. 1946)
  • Joe David (b. 1946)
  • Joe David (b. 1946)
Provenance:

Private Collection, British Columbia

Note:

Joe David is one of the major instigators of the revival of Nuu-Chah-Nulth traditions in art.  He is identified with the revival of the contemporary Northwest Coast art movement.  This 'North Wind' mask, dating back to 1972 is an exemplary example of Nuu-Chah-Nulth mask making with its distinctive and powerful interpretation of the human form.  The mask is carved in deep relief, and when viewed side on, the viewer gets the full force of the gestural interpretation of wind.  The carving and vivid blue that is typical of Nuu-Chah-Nulth traditional masks, creates movement and powerful visual and spiritual impact.


His work is collected worldwide and has pieces in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Museum of Anthropology in British Columbia.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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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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