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Mermaid Canoe Cup
Estimate:
CA$600 - CA$1,000
Sold
CA$3,500
Live Auction
Canadiana & Folk Art | The Marty Osler Collection
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Description
A very early carved canoe cup decorated with a mermaid and a fish in addition to a sawtooth border on the top edge and around the rimmed base. A remnant of the original leather carrying strap is barely visible at one end. Great dark patina. A simple yet very fine example likely made for personal use. Early 19th century. H: 1.75", L: 5", W: 3". CODE:FOL