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Blue Bird Carving By Yvon Cote
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Blue Bird Carving By Yvon Cote
Estimate:
CA$500 - CA$700
Sold
CA$900
Live Auction
Canadian Folk Art
ARTIST
Sculptor Yvon Coté (1914-1995) was born in Petite-Anse, Québec but spent most of his life in nearby Grande-Vallée. He specialized in animal sculptures, becoming widely recognized for his intricate bird carvings. His birds include detailed feather carvings, carved eyes and metal paws threaded with fishing line. His distinctive knife-mark finish and varnish-sealed pencil crayon colour technique added to the intricacy and originality of his work. In 2002, The 'Musé Yvon Coté' opened in Grande-Vallée, where many of his works are proudly displayed. His work is included in many private collections throughout North America.
Size
5" x 5" x 3".
Category
Folk Art
Description
Grande Vallee, Quebec. 2nd half 20th century. A beautiful little bluebird, bound to bring happiness by renowned Grande-Vallee, Quebec carver Yvon Cote. His carvings are recognized by their very high gloss, an effect he often achieved with several coats of clear nail polish over crayon or pencil crayon.
Condition
Excellent condition.
Medium
Softwood, glass eyes, wire, string.
Provenance
From The John Pinto Collection.
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