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LOT 4

Lot 4

NORMAN TAIT (1941-2016)

NORMAN TAIT (1941-2016)
Lot 4 Details
NORMAN TAIT (1941-2016), Nisga'a

LARGE DZUNOKWA TOTEM, 1987

cedar
signed and dated
74 x 31 x 24 in — 188 x 78.7 x 61 cm

Estimate $10,000-$12,000

Realised: $6,150
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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NORMAN TAIT (1941-2016)
  • NORMAN TAIT (1941-2016)
  • NORMAN TAIT (1941-2016)
  • NORMAN TAIT (1941-2016)
  • NORMAN TAIT (1941-2016)
Provenance:

Private Collection, British Columbia

Note:

Innovative master artist Norman Tait is widely celebrated for the exquisite craftsmanship and beauty of his work. Tait’s style is like no other; unique yet respectful of the Tsimshian tradition that is his cultural foundation. Early influences include Freda Diesing (design), Gerry Marks (silver engraving) and his father, Josiah Tait (totem poles. His poles have been raised around the world, including Chicago, London, Osaka, Stanley Park and UBC’s Museum of Anthropology.

In 2002 Tait was awarded the British Columbia Creative Lifetime Achievement Award For First Nations Art.

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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