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Collins Eisenhauer White Swan
Estimate:
CA$1,000 - CA$1,500
Sold
CA$3,250
Live Auction
Post-War Canadian Folk Art
Size
36" x 15.25" x 27.5".
Category
Description
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. C. 1970. Collins Eisenhauer (1898 - 1979) is an important Canadian folk artist who came to prominence in the 1970's. He is known for his imaginative, sometimes life sized, painted wooden sculptures of humans and animals. This swan with fully elevated wings and neck, an unusual position, is superbly executed. The artist is in complete command of the subject, the finely detailed carving of the wings clearly demonstrates the skill and artistry of Mr. Eisenhauer. A terrific piece by a legendary Canadian folk artist. Unmarked.
Condition
Minor crack (tight) around the perimeter of the lower body. Lower beak is broken off and missing. Wings are very nicely carved on both sides. Feet are painted onto the base rather than applied.
Medium
Painted wood carving.
Provenance
From the collection of the late Peter Josten, of New York, New York and Princeton, New Jersey.
