Lot 18
  • 18

Northwest Coast Wood Bowl, probably Tlingit

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • wood
of rectangular form, finely carved on the exterior with faceted sides, the shallow bowl enclosed by a broad flattened rim, inscribed on the underside with: "76/77;" aged, rich patina overall.

Provenance

Collection of A.J. Hewitt, London

Acquired by the present owner in the early 1970s from the above

Condition

Good to very good overall condition with signs of wear, particularly on the short edges.
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