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White Rooster by Wilfrid Richard
Estimate:
CA$900 - CA$1,200
Sold
CA$1,100
Live Auction
Canadiana & Folk Art: Featuring the Jim Fleming, Marty Osler and Susan Murray Collections
Size
14(H) x 4.5(W) x 10 diameter
Category
Description
Canadian. A carved white rooster attributed to Wilfrid Richard. Unsigned. Purchased directly from the artist by descent to current owner. 14(H) x 4.5(W) x 10(Dia). $900/1200. Born in Saint-Ubalde, Portneuf, Quebec, sculptor Wilfrid Richard (1894-1996) specialized in sculptures of animals and people, usually in the form of relief carvings. His father, sculptor Damase Richard, shared his hobby with Wilfrid but claimed it was simply a way to 'kill time' - a common phrase used by folk artists at the time to undermine their talent. Wilfrid carved with great charm and intricate detail, paying little mind to accreditation, often leaving his works unmarked or loosely intialled with pencil. Although Damase was the patriarch of the Richard family, Wilfrid led the dynasty of sculptors with three of his six children honing the craft. Unlike many folk artists, Wilfrid was recognized for his talents during his lifetime. His works are considered to be among the finest examples of animal folk art sculptures and can be found in museums and private collections across North America.