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Artworks
UNIDENTIFIED HAIDA ARTIST
Hollow back Model Totem Pole, c. 1900-1910argillite, 9.75 x 3 x 2.25 in (24.8 x 7.6 x 5.7 cm)
unsigned.LOT 18
ESTIMATE: $2,500 — $3,500
PRICE REALIZED: $2,074.00Further images
This two-figure argillite model totem pole is slightly hollowed out in the back and sits on a thick rectangular base with nicely chamfered edges. The lower figure is a large...This two-figure argillite model totem pole is slightly hollowed out in the back and sits on a thick rectangular base with nicely chamfered edges. The lower figure is a large bear with a broad snout and a wide toothy mouth. It is seated with its legs tucked under while resting against a large flat panel. The top figure is a smaller bear that sits on the ears of the lower figure. Between its legs and feet, this bear holds an unknown sea creature that has textured skin and a small dorsal fin.
Steven C. Brown
Provenance
Private Collection, BC;
Walker's Auctions, Ottawa, November 2014, Lot 158;
Acquired from the above by the present Private Collection, Ottawa.
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