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Folk Carved Native Head by A. Laporte
Estimate:
CA$400 - CA$600
Sold
CA$350
Live Auction
Canadiana & Folk Art: Featuring the Jim Fleming, Marty Osler and Susan Murray Collections
Size
15.75(H) x 7.5(W) x 7(D)
Category
Description
Quebec. Fourth quarter, 20th C. Pine, painted in natural colours. A carved portrait bust of a male Native Indian signed, "A. Laporte" underneath. The figure features a headband with two feathers, his hair is fastened with ties. His face is painted with two red stripes to each cheek. Good condition. 15.75(H) x 7.5(W) x 7(D)". From the Jim Fleming Collection. $400/600.
