Description
Two carved model totem poles
Mid-20th century; Pacific Northwest
Comprising a Haida argillite carving with a single bear figure with narrow claws, and a Northwest Coast-style likely resin carving with multiple figures including a likely killer whale with a fish, and an octopus
2 pieces
Larger height 5 1/4 in., width 1 in., depth 1 3/16 in.; smaller height 5 in., width 1 1/4 in., depth 1 1/8 in.
Provenance:
Private Estate, Southern California
Mid-20th century; Pacific Northwest
Comprising a Haida argillite carving with a single bear figure with narrow claws, and a Northwest Coast-style likely resin carving with multiple figures including a likely killer whale with a fish, and an octopus
2 pieces
Larger height 5 1/4 in., width 1 in., depth 1 3/16 in.; smaller height 5 in., width 1 1/4 in., depth 1 1/8 in.
Provenance:
Private Estate, Southern California
Condition
Each overall good condition with minor wear, dust accumulation, and minor scuffs and scratches commensurate with age. Stone with inherent inclusions and abrasions. Each with a few scattered minor chips along some edges.
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Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.
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Two carved model totem poles
Estimate $300-$500
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Art of the American West
Sep 15, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTMonrovia, CA, United States
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