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NORTH WEST COAST MODEL TOTEM POLE

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:3,500.00 USD Estimated At:7,000.00 - 9,000.00 USD
NORTH WEST COAST MODEL TOTEM POLE
NORTH WEST COAST MODEL TOTEM POLE. 19th century. Originally in the Teasedale Collection, formed in the early 20th century, and primarily on loan at the Indianapolis Children’s Museum for over 80 years. Boldly carved and painted pole depicts 4 animals in blue, green, yellow and red paint with abalone shell inset eyes. Additional figure carved from a separate piece of wood is attached to the top. The paint decoration is slightly faded from age. The top most figure shows signs of an early repair. Found near the base is an old collection number “2711”. 4-53828 (7,000-9,000)