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Carving of a Spotted Goose
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Carving of a Spotted Goose
Estimate:
CA$500 - CA$700
Sold
CA$325
Live Auction
Folk Art
ARTIST
Pierre Corriveau (1889-1980), was a mid-20th century sculptor from St.-Etienne-des-Gres, Mauricie, Quebec. He crafted an impressive array of animal and bird carvings and mechanical devices using 'as found' materials and vibrant colors. His yard, once transformed into a captivating wonderland, bore testament to his creative prowess. Assisted by his son Armand Corriveau (1925-2011) and later his grandson Robert (1950-), Pierre's legacy lives on. Using scrap wood and metal, along with sapling tree branches and recycled tin, Pierre Corriveau breathed life into his creations. His works featured marbles for the eyes and were known for their vivid colors. Although unsigned, Pierre Corriveau's artistry earned him recognition on the cover of 'Les Patenteux du Quebec,' with an extensive article dedicated to his remarkable contributions.
Size
20" x 13.5" x 18.5".
Category
Carvings & Sculptures
Description
Canadian. Fourth-quarter 20th century. A zany folk art carving of a goose painted red with white spots all over the wings and body. The eyes and beak are in black paint; the legs and feet are painted brown. The goose is mounted to a rectangular base painted green. Unsigned.
Condition
Very good condition.
Medium
Painted softwood, metal wings.
Provenance
From the Lawrence and late Linda Laing Collection.
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