Historical Results
Artist First Nations School
Title Across the River
Media wood mask with metal and hair
Size 11.5 x 7 x 5.25 in. / 29.2 x 17.8 x 13.3 cm.
Notes
unsigned; bears name 'Skenda'son' and title on Iroqrafts label attached; blonde hair [35 inches long]
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Looking Both Ways
Media brown stone sculpture
Size 6 x 5 x 5.25 in. / 15.2 x 12.7 x 13.3 cm.
Notes
indistinctly signed 'S. Burke?' lower left; chips and handling marks noted throughout
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Tsonoqua Mask
Media painted wood and horse hair
Size 14 x 11 x 9 in. / 35.6 x 27.9 x 22.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned; hair measures approximately [20 inches]; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Jerry Segal, formerly of Cottage Craft Gifts and Fine Arts Ltd. in Calgary and also known as Western Canada's 'Sub King'; proceeds being generously donated to a Synagogue
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Snake Language
Media acrylic on canvas
Dated
1950
Size 18.75 x 16 in. / 47.6 x 40.6 cm.
Notes
inscribed with syllabics lower centre; unframed; some foxing noted
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title West Coast Paddle
Media painted wood paddle
Size 48 x 5.5 x 0.75 in. / 121.9 x 14 x 1.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Stag Horn Cribbage Board with Copper Inset
Media bone and copper
Size 2.5 x 12.25 x 9.5 in. / 6.4 x 31.1 x 24.1 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some handling marks noted
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Tupilak
Media bone carving
Size 4.25 x 1.25 x 1.5 in. / 10.8 x 3.2 x 3.8 cm.
Notes
unsigned
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Playing with the Sun
Media felted wool wall hanging
Size 9 x 7.25 in. / 22.9 x 18.4 cm.
Notes
stitched 'NIP' lower left
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Drum
Media leather and wood drum
Size 17.25 x 18 x 2.5 in. / 43.8 x 45.7 x 6.4 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from an Edmonton estate
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Bears in a Canoe
Media acrylic on paper
Size 9.5 x 10.5 in. / 24.1 x 26.7 cm.
Notes
inscribed with syllabics lower left; framed with archival mat
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Tray with Approximately 45 Tools and Implements
Media various
Size 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
pieces are loose in tray measuring [39 x 18.5 x 1.75 inches]; in varying conditions, some repairs and surface dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, British Columbia
Estimate CAD$400-$800
Artist First Nations School
Title Ladle with Detailed Handle
Media horn carving
Size 4.75 x 5 x 1.5 in. / 12.1 x 12.7 x 3.8 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Small Round Basket with Bird Patterns
Media basket
Size 2 x 3.5 x 3.5 in. / 5.1 x 8.9 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
some staining, handling marks and general wear noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, see some additional information at Canadian Museum of History Announces Major Bequest of Inuit Art from the late Dr. Margaret Hess
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title White Floral Quill Box
Media porcupine quills
Size 2 x 3 x 3 in. / 5.1 x 7.6 x 7.6 cm.
Notes
unsigned
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Home Tanned Hide and Beaded Jacket
Media leather and beads
Dated
1950
-'s
Size 32 x 26 x 1 in. / 81.3 x 66 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
some stains and surface dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$800-$1,000
Artist First Nations School
Title Walrus Mukluks over Wool Lining with Wool Tassels
Media leather, fur and wool
Dated
1950
-'s
Size 21.5 x 8.5 x 1 in. / 54.6 x 21.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
some fraying and surface dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Muskrat Beaded Mukluks with Wool
Media leather, fur, wool and beads
Size 18.5 x 8.5 x 1 in. / 47 x 21.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
some surface dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Seal Skin Gloves with Fur
Media leather, fur and beads
Size 15 x 10.5 x 1 in. / 38.1 x 26.7 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
some surface dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Buckskin Jacket with Very Ornate Beads
Media leather and beads
Size 25 x 19 x 1 in. / 63.5 x 48.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
minor wear and some minor bead loss noted
Provenance
ex-collection, Bunny Robinson, past President of the Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist First Nations School
Title Horsechild Headdress
Media feathers, felt and beads
Size 16.5 x 22 x 7 in. / 41.9 x 55.9 x 17.8 cm.
Notes
bears inscription 'Poundmaker Res. [Cree] belonged to Horsechild, purchased from Peter Buller of Sweetgrass Res.' on tag attached; in fragile condition [feathers shedding] with wear noted throughout
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist First Nations School
Title Buckskin Shirt with Beads
Media leather and beads
Size 23 x 22 x 1 in. / 58.4 x 55.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
minor wear noted
Provenance
ex-collection, Bunny Robinson, past President of the Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Buckskin Vest with Porcupine and Bead Ornaments
Media leather and beads
Size 22 x 18 x 1 in. / 55.9 x 45.7 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
minor wear and some minor bead loss noted
Provenance
ex-collection, Bunny Robinson, past President of the Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Green Beaded Moccassins
Media leather and beads
Size 1 x 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
each shoe measures [3 x 10 x 4.5 inches]; some surface dirt and general wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Large Painted Totem
Media painted wood carving
Size 23 x 6 x 4.5 in. / 58.4 x 15.2 x 11.4 cm.
Notes
unsigned; missing base; some missing pieces, fading and handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Eagle Man Totem
Media wood carving
Size 16 x 9.5 x 3.5 in. / 40.6 x 24.1 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned; indistinctly inscribed on back; minor handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Copper Box
Media copper
Size 3 x 5.75 x 4 in. / 7.6 x 14.6 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some handling marks noted
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Elaborate Thunderbird Mask
Media painted paper mache and mixed media
Size 11 x 33 x 9 in. / 27.9 x 83.8 x 22.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned; hair measures [approx. 42 inches long]; general wear, surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$600-$800
Artist First Nations School
Title Elaborate Reptile Mask
Media painted paper mache and mixed media
Size 11 x 18 x 8 in. / 27.9 x 45.7 x 20.3 cm.
Notes
unsigned; hair measures [approx. 28 inches long]; general wear, surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist First Nations School
Title Big Lipped Grandfather Mask
Media painted wood, metal and hair
Size 12 x 7.25 x 5.5 in. / 30.5 x 18.4 x 14 cm.
Notes
bears title and inscription 'Six Nations... Ontario' on tag included with lot; hair length is [24 inches long]; minor surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Bentwood Box [Salmon Steamer?]
Media wood and string
Size 30.25 x 10 x 6.5 in. / 76.8 x 25.4 x 16.5 cm.
Notes
some wear, surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Snowshoes
Media wood, sinew and tassles
Size 37 x 10.5 x 0.75 in. / 94 x 26.7 x 1.9 cm.
Notes
LOT OF TWO; unsigned; some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Miniature Snowshoes
Media wood and sinew
Size 14.75 x 3 x 0.5 in. / 37.5 x 7.6 x 1.3 cm.
Notes
LOT OF TWO; unsigned; minor surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Munching Totem
Media painted wood carving
Size 8 x 5 x 3.25 in. / 20.3 x 12.7 x 8.3 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Delicate Small Totem Pole
Media painted wood carving
Size 12 x 1.25 x 2 in. / 30.5 x 3.2 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Earth Tone Patterned Weaving
Media woven fabric
Size 49 x 79 in. / 124.5 x 200.7 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Black and Red Striped Blanket
Media blanket
Size 59 x 25.5 in. / 149.9 x 64.8 cm.
Notes
unsigned; extensive wear, surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Brown and Black Geometric Blanket
Media blanket
Size 61 x 36 in. / 154.9 x 91.4 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Elk Tooth and Hudson's Bay Co. 'Russian' Trade Beads Necklace
Media bone and beads
Size 9 x 1 x 1 in. / 22.9 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; bears title on paperwork included with lot; one tooth repaired; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Red, White and Blue Porcupine Quill Choker
Media leather, porcupine quills and beads
Size 18.25 x 1.5 x 1 in. / 46.4 x 3.8 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Four Strands of Copper Beads
Media copper and string
Size 4 x 0.25 x 0.25 in. / 10.2 x 0.6 x 0.6 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$25-$50
Artist First Nations School
Title Whale Design Earrings
Media woven earrings
Size 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
LOT OF TWO unsigned; same size; minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$25-$50
Artist First Nations School
Title Large Woven Basket with Lid and Handle
Media woven basket
Size 9.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 in. / 24.1 x 31.8 x 31.8 cm.
Notes
unsigned; minor wear, surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Fish Bowl
Media wood carving
Size 7 x 19 x 8.5 in. / 17.8 x 48.3 x 21.6 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Whale and Bird Handbasket
Media basket
Size 8.5 x 12.5 x 6 in. / 21.6 x 31.8 x 15.2 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Large Carved Wooden Bowl
Media wood
Size 14.25 x 14.5 x 4 in. / 36.2 x 36.8 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some cracks, surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Carved Smooth Ladle
Media wood
Size 10 x 2.75 x 3 in. / 25.4 x 7 x 7.6 cm.
Notes
unsigned; crack and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$25-$50
Artist First Nations School
Title Hand Carved Bowl and Miniature Spoon
Media wood
Size 7 x 5 x 1 in. / 17.8 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; includes spoon measuring [3.5 x 1.5 x 0.25 inches]; some surface dirt and chips noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$25-$50
Artist First Nations School
Title Carved Loon Ladle
Media wood and abalone
Size 12.5 x 3.25 x 2.5 in. / 31.8 x 8.3 x 6.4 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$25-$50
Artist First Nations School
Title Pipe with Plunger
Media metal, wood and sinew
Size 8.25 x 2 x 0.5 in. / 21 x 5.1 x 1.3 cm.
Notes
some surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Bow
Media wood and leather
Size 48.25 x 4 x 0.75 in. / 122.6 x 10.2 x 1.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Bullion Creek Cribbage Board
Media bone and metal
Size 1 x 16 x 2.25 in. / 2.5 x 40.6 x 5.7 cm.
Notes
titled on top; missing pegs and some surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Puget Sound Shell Game
Media shells
Size 0.75 x 0.75 x 0.25 in. / 1.9 x 1.9 x 0.6 cm.
Notes
unsigned; in envelope with location and inscription; minor handling marks noted
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$25-$50
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Heron #AP 6/10
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Dated
1977
Size 7.5 x 3.5 in. / 19 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
signed with initials 'OW', dated nad numbered along bottom; framed with archival mat
Provenance
from the Estate of Dr. Margaret [Marmie] Perkins Hess, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Beaded Native Bag and Dream Catchers
Media hide, fur, feathers, fabric and beads
Size 18.5 x 14.5 in. / 47 x 36.8 cm.
Notes
mounted and framed together
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Ceremonial Otter Pipe Bag
Media hide, beads and cloth
Size 48 x 6 in. / 121.9 x 15.2 cm.
Notes
includes decorative hanging branch; in good condition with minor wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$400-$500
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Decorated Drum
Media painted leather and wood
Size 26.5 x 24.75 x 4 in. / 67.3 x 62.9 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
unsigned; surface dirt, tears and handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, British Columbia
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - North West Coast Indian Box
Media copper box
Size 5 x 7 x 4.25 in. / 12.7 x 17.8 x 10.8 cm.
Notes
unsigned; bears title and inscription on Canadian Guild of Crafts, Quebec write up included with lot
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Floral Beaded Cloth Panel
Media velvet, satin and beads
Size 15.5 x 15.5 in. / 39.4 x 39.4 cm.
Notes
green velvet cushion cover; very fine beaded floral design
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Eagle Paddle
Media painted carved wood
Size 22.25 x 5 x 0.75 in. / 56.5 x 12.7 x 1.9 cm.
Notes
some minor handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Grey Floral Moose Tufting
Media moose hair on hide
Size 5 x 3.5 in. / 12.7 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned; framed
Provenance
private collection, British Columbia
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Beaded Medicine Bag
Media leather and beads
Size 25.5 x 7 x 1 in. / 64.8 x 17.8 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
framed with archival mat and special glass
Provenance
Old Crow Antiques and Framing, Athabasca, label verso; proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist First Nations School
Title Parfleche Container Bag
Media painted leather bag
Size 28.5 x 15 x 2.25 in. / 72.4 x 38.1 x 5.7 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some wear and handling marks noted
Provenance
proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$400-$500
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Drum with Decorated Bag
Media wood, leather and canvas
Size 16.5 x 16.5 x 2.5 in. / 41.9 x 41.9 x 6.4 cm.
Notes
lot includes drumstick and cloth bag decorated with leather and beads
Provenance
proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Floral Painted Drum
Media painted leather and wood
Size 12.75 x 12.75 x 3 in. / 32.4 x 32.4 x 7.6 cm.
Notes
lot includes three drumsticks
Provenance
purchased at Moonstone Gallery, Calgary; proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Three Ornate Fetish Arrows
Media mixed media on wood
Size 0.75 x 33 x 1.5 in. / 1.9 x 83.8 x 3.8 cm.
Notes
LOT OF THREE; some handling marks noted
Provenance
proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Decorative Red War Club with Bone Spikes
Media wood, leather and bone
Size 24.5 x 12 x 1.5 in. / 62.2 x 30.5 x 3.8 cm.
Notes
some surface dirt noted
Provenance
proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Decorative Shield with Hunters
Media painted leather, feathers and mixed media
Size 24 x 22.5 x 1 in. / 61 x 57.2 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some surface dirt noted
Provenance
proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Decorated Fur and Beaded Spear
Media fur, wood and mixed media
Size 82 x 1.5 x 1 in. / 208.3 x 3.8 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned
Provenance
purchased at Moonstone Gallery, Calgary; proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Eagle Walking Stick
Media horn, wood and mixed media
Size 71 x 8 x 2 in. / 180.3 x 20.3 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
unsigned
Provenance
purchased at Moonstone Gallery, Calgary; proceeds to Athabasca University, from an anonymous donor
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Paddle with Killer Whale
Media painted wood and beads
Size 6 x 55.25 x 1.25 in. / 15.2 x 140.3 x 3.2 cm.
Notes
indistinct monogram lower left; drilled hole in paddle blade and some wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Paddle with Eagle
Media painted wood and beads
Size 4.5 x 41.5 x 1.25 in. / 11.4 x 105.4 x 3.2 cm.
Notes
indistinct monogram lower right; drilled hole in paddle blade and some wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Cree Dance Stick
Media wood, fur and feathers
Size 73.5 x 9.5 x 2 in. / 186.7 x 24.1 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
some handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Saskachewan
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Finger Drum
Media wood and leather
Size 3 x 11.5 x 2.5 in. / 7.6 x 29.2 x 6.4 cm.
Notes
surface dirt, wear and age noted
Reference
according to the consignor, he received this from a family member who use to farm east of Calgary and they had received it as a gift from Blackfeet members on the way to Blackfoot Crossing
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Old Crow [Yukon] Mitts
Media fur, beads and hide
Dated
ca. 1965
Size 12 x 8 x 1 in. / 30.5 x 20.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
in good condition with minor handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Blue Beaded Cuffs and Belt
Media hide, fabric and beads
Size 13.75 x 28.75 x 1 in. / 34.9 x 73 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
mounted and framed together
Provenance
High Country Art Gallery, Cochrane, stamp verso; private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist First Nations School
Title Fancy Beaded Moosehide Mukluks from Fort Norman N.W.T.
Media beads, cloth and leather
Dated
ca. 1991
Size 12 x 3.5 x 9 in. / 30.5 x 8.9 x 22.9 cm.
Notes
tag attached with indistinct artist's name and date; look unused
Provenance
from a Calgary estate
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Hand Beaded Fur Trimmed Mits
Media hide, fur, feathers, fabric and beads
Size 18.5 x 14.75 x 1 in. / 47 x 37.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
mounted and framed together
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist First Nations School
Title Large Beaded Deer Leg Bag
Media hide, beads and fur
Size 22.5 x 17 x 1 in. / 57.2 x 43.2 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
in good condition with minor wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Ornate Beaded Raccoon Tobacco Bag with Quillwork
Media fur, beads, quill and fabric
Size 21 x 6 x 1 in. / 53.3 x 15.2 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
some cracking in leather noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist First Nations School
Title Strike a Light Bag with Beading and Tassels
Media hide, beads and fabric
Size 7 x 4 x 1 in. / 17.8 x 10.2 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
in good condition with minor wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Turtle Amulet with Buffalo Tuft
Media hide and beads
Size 3 x 2 x 1 in. / 7.6 x 5.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
on hide string [12 inches long]; in good condition with minor wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Women's Beaded Tassel Top
Media beads and leather
Size 22 x 29 x 1 in. / 55.9 x 73.7 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
in good condition with minor handling marks and wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Brown Flowers with Red Centres
Media moosehair tufting
Size 10.5 x 6.75 x 1 in. / 26.7 x 17.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Pink Flowers
Media moosehair tufting
Size 7.25 x 5.75 x 1 in. / 18.4 x 14.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Collection of Arrowheads, Arrows, Buttons and Pipe
Media mixed media
Size 1 x 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
includes over 150 arrowheads, 4 arrows, over 50 buttons, and 1 pipe; framed
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist First Nations School
Title Collection of First Nation Tools and Ornaments
Media mixed media
Size 1 x 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
bears label 'Columbia River'; includes assortment of spear points, tools, etchers, rolled copper necklace and pendants, mounted tools, shell beads and pendants, scrapers, smoking pipe and drills; framed
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist First Nations School
Title Buffalo Horned Headdress
Media buffalo horns, beads, and cloth
Size 19 x 17 x 5 in. / 48.3 x 43.2 x 12.7 cm.
Notes
bead loss, dirt and age noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist First Nations School
Title Intricate White Looped Chest Piece
Media beads and leather
Size 23 x 10 x 1 in. / 58.4 x 25.4 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
some surface dirt and wear noted
Reference
ex-collection F.M. Bell Smith - Blackfoot Chest ornament circa 1880
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist First Nations School
Title Mercury Coin Silver Necklace with Extra Large Turquoise Pendant
Media turquoise and metal
Size 14 x 1 x 1 in. / 35.6 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
turquoise pendant measures [4.25 x 2 in]; some discolouration and surface dirt noted; in frame
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Hand Painted Leather Carrying Case
Media leather
Size 13.25 x 21.25 x 0.5 in. / 33.7 x 54 x 1.3 cm.
Notes
bears inscription 'One Gun, Blackfoot' on tag; surface dirt and age noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Blanket
Media beads and cloth
Size 26 x 49 x 1 in. / 66 x 124.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
some bead loss; repairs and age noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Northern Cheyenne Beaded Pipe Bag
Media beads and leather
Size 31 x 7.25 x 0.75 in. / 78.7 x 18.4 x 1.9 cm.
Notes
some bead loss and surface dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Red and Black Beaded Necklace with 1841 British Coin Pendant
Media beads, copper and leather
Size 15 x 1 x 1 in. / 38.1 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
chipped beads, surface dirt and age noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Stone Hammer
Media stone, leather and wood
Size 15.5 x 6 x 3.5 in. / 39.4 x 15.2 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
bears note 'Stone Hammer from Wintering Hills; handle done by Angus McKinnan who grew up at Dalmead Alta.'; some handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Carved Stone Pipe with Beaded Handle
Media stone, beads and wood
Size 10 x 24.5 x 1.5 in. / 25.4 x 62.2 x 3.8 cm.
Notes
some handling marks and surface dirt noted; missing mouth piece
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Blue Beaded Mocassins
Media beads and leather
Size 10.5 x 4.5 x 3 in. / 26.7 x 11.4 x 7.6 cm.
Notes
LOT OF TWO; bears tag inscribed 'Blood Mocassin circa 1910'; some bead loss, surface dirt and age noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Crow Indian Awl Case with Original Awl
Media beads, leather and wood
Size 20 x 1 x 1 in. / 50.8 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
bears inscription on label 'Crow Indian Awl Case circa 1875'; in frame
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Blue Leather Beaded and Banded Belt
Media beads and leather
Size 3 x 41 x 1 in. / 7.6 x 104.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
bead loss and wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Horse Hair Headdress with Beaded Braids
Media hair, beads, and cloth
Size 24 x 11 x 2 in. / 61 x 27.9 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
bead loss and dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Pink Large Hammerhead
Media stone
Size 6.25 x 5.25 x 4.25 in. / 15.9 x 13.3 x 10.8 cm.
Notes
bears label with inscription 'Earl Federspiel, Stalwart Sask...'; approximately 8 lbs; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Light Brown Large Hammerhead
Media stone
Size 5 x 4.5 x 4 in. / 12.7 x 11.4 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
bears label with inscription 'Found by J. Treacy in the wintering hills near Hussar'; approximately 5 lbs; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Pointed Black Stone Hammerhead
Media stone
Size 7.75 x 2.75 x 2.75 in. / 19.7 x 7 x 7 cm.
Notes
bears inscription on partial label 'from J. Treacy'; approximately 3.75 lbs; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Red and Black Stone Heavy Axehead
Media stone
Size 3.5 x 6.5 x 2 in. / 8.9 x 16.5 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
bears inscription on label 'Heavy Axe Query iron found near Hussar from Jack Treacy'; approximately 3.75 lbs; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Dark Grey Stone Tomahawk Head
Media stone
Size 3.5 x 5.5 x 1.25 in. / 8.9 x 14 x 3.2 cm.
Notes
bears inscription on label 'Earl Federspiel, Full Groove Tomahawk, Yakima Wash.'; approximately 1.5 lbs; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Light Purple Stone Tomahawk Head
Media stone
Size 3 x 4.25 x 1.25 in. / 7.6 x 10.8 x 3.2 cm.
Notes
bears inscription on label 'Found at Yuma, Arizona'; under 1 lb; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Green and Pink Large Hammer Head
Media stone
Size 7 x 8 x 2 in. / 17.8 x 20.3 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
approximately 6.2 lbs; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Baby Carrier
Media wood, leather, beads and cloth
Size 21.25 x 15.75 x 5.5 in. / 54 x 40 x 14 cm.
Notes
some dirt and wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Portable Scale
Media metal
Size 8.25 x 5 x 0.5 in. / 21 x 12.7 x 1.3 cm.
Notes
surface dirt and age noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Hudson's Bay Arctic Fox Tokens, 100, 50, 25, 5
Media aluminum
Size 1 x 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
LOT OF FOUR; sizes range from 0.75 to 1.5 inches in diameter; minor handling marks noted
Reference
see https://www.gov.mb.ca/chc/archives/hbca/info_sheets/hbc_fur_trade_tokens.pdf
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Belt with Flowers and Geometric Patterns
Media beads and cloth
Size 2.5 x 37.5 x 1 in. / 6.4 x 95.2 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
minor bead loss; some frayed edges
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title White, Orange and Blue Beaded Pieces
Media beads and cloth
Size 9 x 12.5 x 1 in. / 22.9 x 31.8 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
LOT OF TWO; some bead loss, dirt and age noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Brown Stone Ball
Media stone
Size 3 x 3 x 3 in. / 7.6 x 7.6 x 7.6 cm.
Notes
bears inscription on label 'Found in the wintering hills, J. Treacy, Hussar'; approximately 1.5 lbs; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Small Brown Stone Ball
Media stone
Size 2 x 2 x 2 in. / 5.1 x 5.1 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
bears inscription on label 'Found in the wintering hills, J. Treacy, Hussar'; under 1 lb; handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Rattle
Media leather and cloth
Size 7.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 in. / 19 x 8.9 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
handling marks and wear noted
Reference
possible Buffalo scrotum
Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Velvet Bag
Media velvet, paper, beads and ribbon
Size 6.25 x 6.5 x 1 in. / 15.9 x 16.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
floral beaded design front and back; the whole edged with beaded looped fringe; excellent condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Eastern Woodlands, Iroquois
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$800-$1,200
Artist First Nations School
Title White Beaded Gloves
Media beaded leather
Size 10.75 x 5 x 1 in. / 27.3 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
simple beaded floral design; cotton lined cuffs with beaded edge; hand and machine stitched; size: approx. ladies extra-small; worn but clean; rough repair to right thumb; seam split on left thumb; some bead loss noted
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Blackfoot
Provenance
from an Edmonton estate
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Brown Beaded Gloves
Media beaded leather
Size 10.5 x 4.75 x 1 in. / 26.7 x 12.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
beaded floral design; cotton lined cuffs; predominantly machine stitched; size: approx. ladies large; excellent condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Subartic, Dene
Provenance
from an Edmonton estate
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title White Beaded Gauntlets
Media beaded leather
Size 12 x 8 x 1 in. / 30.5 x 20.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
beaded floral design; polyester lined cuffs; predominantly machine stitched; size: approx. ladies small; worn but clean; small tear on inside wrist of left gauntlet noted
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plateau, Nez Perce [?]
Provenance
from an Edmonton estate
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Belt on Canvas with Metal and Leather Fittings
Media beads, canvas, cotton, leather and metal
Size 1.5 x 37.25 x 1 in. / 3.8 x 94.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
orange, red, blue and black geometric design on white background; fabric lined; excellent condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Blackfoot
Provenance
from an Edmonton estate
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Velvet Pouch with Black Silk Lining
Media velvet, silk and beads
Dated
ZZZ
Size 10.5 x 9 x 0.5 in. / 26.7 x 22.9 x 1.3 cm.
Notes
exquisite hand stitched floral design with extensive use of metal beads on front and back; side and bottom of bag are maroon velvet with evenly spaced metal bead emblems; fully lined with black silk; cotton drawstring closure with tassels; mint condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Metis or Eastern Woodlands - mid 19th to early 20th century
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$1,500-$2,000
Artist First Nations School
Title Elaborately Beaded Velvet Bag
Media velvet, cotton and beads
Dated
ZZZ
Size 6 x 5.5 x 0.5 in. / 15.2 x 14 x 1.3 cm.
Notes
hand stitched beaded floral design front and back; fully lined with cotton; unique beaded cuffs, one side covers small hidden pocket; good condition; some bead loss on fringe and edge noted
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Eastern Woodlands, Iroquois
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist First Nations School
Title Formal Beaded Purse
Media canvas, beads and fabric
Size 6.5 x 10.25 x 0.75 in. / 16.5 x 26 x 1.9 cm.
Notes
elaborate seed and bugle beaded floral design covering all surfaces; lined with pink fabric; excellent condition; completely hand stitched
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, possibly Blood
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$300-$500
Artist First Nations School
Title Red Dyed Roach with Beaded Head Band
Media beads, animal hair and ribbon
Size 6 x 16 x 1 in. / 15.2 x 40.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
classic ceremonial headdress in excellent condition; loomed beaded headband 1 inch wide decorated with 3 hand stitched beaded medallions
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Cree or Blackfoot
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$400-$600
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Black Velvet Panel
Media velvet, fabric and beads
Size 14.75 x 16 x 1 in. / 37.5 x 40.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
extensive beaded floral design overall; possibly a bandolier front panel; smaller seed beads and metal beads used; condition good; minor bead loss and fraying around edges noted
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Eastern Woodlands, Ojibwa
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$500-$700
Artist First Nations School
Title Lazy Stitch Beaded Belt
Media beads on home tanned hide
Size 2.5 x 23.75 x 1 in. / 6.4 x 60.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
yellow and navy geometrical design with red detail; completely hand stitched; smaller seed beads with some age; excellent condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Blackfoot
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Belt with Leather Strap and Brass Buckle
Media beads on canvas with leather and brass
Size 1.25 x 46.5 x 1 in. / 3.2 x 118.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
red, blue and green geometric couched design on white background with red trim; excellent condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Blackfoot
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Belt with Metal Grommets on Belt Strap
Media beads and canvas
Size 1.75 x 40 x 1 in. / 4.4 x 101.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
very colourful beaded design on white background with red trim; cotton lined; excellent condition; no buckle
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Blackfoot
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Loomed Beaded Belt with Metal Buckle
Media beads, canvas, leather and metal
Size 1.5 x 34 x 1 in. / 3.8 x 86.4 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
yellow and red geometric beaded design on blue background; excellent condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Blackfoot
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Modern Beaded Belt with Leather Ties
Media beads and leather
Size 3.5 x 35 x 1 in. / 8.9 x 88.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
colourful beaded geometric designs outlined with bugle beads on yellow background with red trim; excellent condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Blackfoot
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Belt with Buckle on Canvas
Media beads, canvas and metal
Size 1.75 x 37.5 x 1 in. / 4.4 x 95.2 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
colourful couched geometric design on white background with blue and white trim; some cut and some bugle beads noted; excellent condition
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Blackfoot
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Pair of Wrap Around Moccasin Fragments
Media leather, canvas and beads
Size 8.25 x 13.5 x 1 in. / 21 x 34.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
canvas backing on elaborately beaded pieces of leather; hand stitched; condition very good with some damage to beaded trim
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Plains Cree
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Embroidered White Gaunlets
Media embroidered leather
Size 11.5 x 6.75 x 1 in. / 29.2 x 17.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
simple embroidered floral design; lined cuffs; predominantly machine stitched; size: approx. ladies large; fair condition; leather dry
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plateau, Nez Perce
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title White Hide Gaunlets
Media beaded leather
Size 12 x 6.75 x 1 in. / 30.5 x 17.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
very fine beaded floral design; satin lined cuffs; hand and machine stitched; size: approx. ladies small; good condition; shows dirt wear
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Plains Cree
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Brown Hide Gaunlets
Media beaded leather
Size 14.25 x 8 x 1 in. / 36.2 x 20.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
beaded floral design; cotton lined cuffs; hand and machine stitched; size: approx. ladies large, men's small; heavily worn condition; hand stitched repair to commercial leather palms; shows dirt wear; bead and fringe loss noted
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Plains, Cree
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Velvet Cushion Cover
Media velvet, fabric and beads
Size 15.75 x 16.5 x 1 in. / 40 x 41.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
hand stitched beaded floral design; solid fabric backing with opening for cushion; condition excellent
Reference
Possible Affiliation: Eastern Woodlands, Ojibwa
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Lidded Quillwork Birchbark Box
Media birchbark, quills and grass
Size 3.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 in. / 8.9 x 14 x 14 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some quill loss noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Belted Yellow and Turquoise Beaded Leggings
Media beads and leather
Size 20 x 16 x 1 in. / 50.8 x 40.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
circumference of the belt is 33 inches; some surface dirt, bead loss and wear noted
Provenance
from the estate of Frank and Frances Staplin, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist First Nations School
Title Pair of Ceremonial Moccasins [2]
Media beads and leather
Size 10.5 x 4.5 x 3.5 in. / 26.7 x 11.4 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
measurements are per shoe; bead loss and dirt noted
Provenance
from the estate of Frank and Frances Staplin, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Leg Cuffs [2]
Media beads and leather
Size 15 x 1 x 3.5 in. / 38.1 x 2.5 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
circumference is 11 inches each; some bead loss and dirt noted
Provenance
from the estate of Frank and Frances Staplin, Calgary
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Pouch
Media beads and leather
Size 8.25 x 5 x 0.25 in. / 21 x 12.7 x 0.6 cm.
Notes
some bead loss and dirt noted
Provenance
from the estate of Frank and Frances Staplin, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Moccasins with Flower Motif [2]
Media beads and leather
Size 10 x 5 x 2 in. / 25.4 x 12.7 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
measurements are per shoe; minor wear noted
Provenance
from the estate of Frank and Frances Staplin, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Flower and Fur Mukluks [2]
Media beads, leather and fur
Size 12 x 10 x 1.5 in. / 30.5 x 25.4 x 3.8 cm.
Notes
measurements are per shoe; minor wear noted
Provenance
from the estate of Frank and Frances Staplin, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Fancy Bandoleer Bag
Media leather, beads and bone
Size 2 x 41.25 x 13.5 in. / 5.1 x 104.8 x 34.3 cm.
Notes
leather bag with beaded design and bones; minor handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$250-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Cradle Board with Flower Bead Design
Media mixed media
Size 14 x 7.5 x 8 in. / 35.6 x 19 x 20.3 cm.
Notes
very minor bead loss and some aging noted
Reference
possibly Athapaskan
Provenance
ex-collection, noted art historian Virgina Berry
Estimate CAD$900-$1,200
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Eagle
Media wood with abalone carving
Size 21 x 7.5 x 1 in. / 53.3 x 19 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; abalone inset eye; mounted in frame without glass
Provenance
from a European estate
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Leather Quiver with Satchel and Two Arrows
Media leather and beads with wooden arrows
Size 1 x 27 x 14.5 in. / 2.5 x 68.6 x 36.8 cm.
Notes
beaded and tasseled quiver with various ornaments, feathers and satchel bag attached; arrows [1.75x29x2] inches and are crafted with feathers, wood and stone
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Birch Bark Container with Floral Patterned Lid
Media woven birch bark basket
Size 4.5 x 12 x 12.5 in. / 11.4 x 30.5 x 31.8 cm.
Notes
lid warped and some loss of weaving noted
Provenance
ex-collection, noted art historian Virgina Berry
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Northwest Salmon
Media graphite and coloured ink on paper
Dated
2006
Size 5.25 x 9 x 1 in. / 13.3 x 22.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
indistinctly signed, titled and dated along bottom; framed
Provenance
private collection, Alberta
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Man
Media colour lithograph on paper
Size 12.25 x 6.5 x 1 in. / 31.1 x 16.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; unframed; some handling marks noted
Provenance
private collection, Alberta
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Leather Long Gloves
Media leather with fur and multicoloured beads
Size 1.2 x 14 x 4 in. / 3 x 35.6 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
leather long gloves with multicoloured floral bead design; minor wear and surface dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title First Nations Rug
Media black, red, white and grey fabric
Size 42.5 x 24 x 1 in. / 108 x 61 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
black, red, white and grey first nations blanket with corner tassels; minor wear noted
Provenance
private collection, Saskatoon
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Olympic Beaded Leather Long Gloves
Media leather with fur and gold and red beads
Size 2 x 14 x 8 in. / 5.1 x 35.6 x 20.3 cm.
Notes
leather long gloves with red and gold olympic bead design
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Grey Flowers
Media hair tufting
Size 4.5 x 3.5 x 1 in. / 11.4 x 8.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Red and Yellow Flowers
Media hair tufting
Size 4.75 x 3.5 x 1 in. / 12.1 x 8.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Bird and Old Man
Media wood carving
Size 13 x 6 x 5.25 in. / 33 x 15.2 x 13.3 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some handling marks noted
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Birch Bark Basket
Media birch bark
Size 10 x 8.5 x 7.25 in. / 25.4 x 21.6 x 18.4 cm.
Notes
some reed loss and dirt noted
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Moose Hide Purse with Beading on Black Velvet
Media mixed media
Size 16 x 11 x 0.25 in. / 40.6 x 27.9 x 0.6 cm.
Notes
handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Robert Charles Aller; private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Moose Hide Purse with Beading on Blue Felt
Media mixed media
Size 14 x 12 x 0.25 in. / 35.6 x 30.5 x 0.6 cm.
Notes
handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Robert Charles Aller; private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Frog Design
Media colour silkscreen on paper
Size 10.5 x 8 x 1 in. / 26.7 x 20.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
bears inscription in screen lower right; bears description on paper verso; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Pair of Embroidered Child Moccasins
Media leather, cloth and beads
Size 3 x 3 x 8 in. / 7.6 x 7.6 x 20.3 cm.
Notes
blue cloth cuff; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Baby Moccasins with Bead Design
Media leather and beads
Size 2 x 4.5 x 2 in. / 5.1 x 11.4 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
LOT OF TWO; in good condition
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Fancy Beaded Leather Pouch
Media leather and beads
Size 9 x 4 x 2 in. / 22.9 x 10.2 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
intricate beaded network over body of pouch; loop beaded fringe on neck and base; some loose beads; handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$100-$125
Artist First Nations School
Title Pair Ladies Beaded Leather Gauntlets
Media leather, cloth and beads
Size 12 x 8 x 1 in. / 30.5 x 20.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
cloth lined; some wear and surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$100-$125
Artist First Nations School
Title Pipe Bag
Media leather, beads, dyed quills
Size 35 x 8 x 1 in. / 88.9 x 20.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
age, wear and surface dirt noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$800-$1,000
Artist First Nations School
Title Cloth Lined, Black Felt Colar and Tie
Media cloth and beads
Size 16 x 7.25 x 1 in. / 40.6 x 18.4 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
noted attached says 'Moose Wood Reserve, Sioux, purchased from Jim Little Crow'; some wear noted
Estimate CAD$150-$50
Artist First Nations School
Title Black Velvet Beaded Cushion Cover
Media cloth and beads
Size 18 x 19 x 1 in. / 45.7 x 48.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
some wear noted
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Belt
Media leather and glass beads
Size 3.25 x 34.5 x 1 in. / 8.3 x 87.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
age, wear, handling marks and some missing beads along edge noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Belt
Media leather, cloth and glass beads
Size 2 x 33.5 x 1 in. / 5.1 x 85.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
age, wear, handling marks and some missing beads along edge noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Pair of Beaded Fringed Straps
Media leather, cloth and glass beads
Size 13 x 22.75 x 1 in. / 33 x 57.8 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
good condition
Reference
item came with tag stating 'Made by Huron Indians at Lorette, Que., for commercial trade.'
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$100-$125
Artist First Nations School
Title Carved Catlinite Tomahawk Pipe
Media catlinite
Dated
ca. 1930
Size 6 x 16 x 1 in. / 15.2 x 40.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
good condition; some handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Beaded Dance Set
Media beads and wool
Size 1 x 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
LOT OF THREE; two arm bands [each 2.75 x 35 in]; one belt [3.5 x 60 in]; good condition
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Large West Coast Hat
Media woven straw
Size 8 x 15 x 17 in. / 20.3 x 38.1 x 43.2 cm.
Notes
fading of painted design noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$40-$50
Artist First Nations School
Title Woven Slouch Basket
Media dyed jute
Size 9.25 x 6 x 6 in. / 23.5 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm.
Notes
age, wear, fading and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Woven Urn with Lid
Media three-toned grass
Size 10 x 6.5 x 6.5 in. / 25.4 x 16.5 x 16.5 cm.
Notes
age, wear, fading and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Bark Basket with Handle
Media bark, reeds and leather
Size 7 x 11.75 x 7 in. / 17.8 x 29.8 x 17.8 cm.
Notes
some cracking and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$50-$75
Artist First Nations School
Title Wall Hanging
Media painted leather
Size 11.5 x 17.5 x 1 in. / 29.2 x 44.4 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
inscribed 'SIN-NAM-HIT-QUH' lower right; handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Wall Hanging
Media painted leather
Size 16 x 22 x 1 in. / 40.6 x 55.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
inscribed 'THITH-HAK-KEY' lower centre; handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Wall Hanging
Media painted leather
Size 15 x 21 x 1 in. / 38.1 x 53.3 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
inscribed 'THITH-HAK-KEY' lower right and 'Johnnie Stelkia' lower left; surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Wall Hanging
Media painted leather
Size 13.5 x 21.5 x 1 in. / 34.3 x 54.6 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
inscribed 'J.S.' lower right; surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Wall Hanging
Media painted leather
Size 19 x 15 x 1 in. / 48.3 x 38.1 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
inscribed 'Francis Batiste' lower right; surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$25-$35
Artist First Nations School
Title Painted Scene with Wolves
Media painted leather
Size 30 x 57 x 1 in. / 76.2 x 144.8 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
inscribed 'Lou Parr Stavely, Alta, 1920's' on label verso; surface dirt and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Cliff Robinson's sister
Estimate CAD$40-$60
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Large Willow Basket
Media willow
Size 9.5 x 25.5 x 20.5 in. / 24.1 x 64.8 x 52.1 cm.
Notes
damage to bottom and handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Robert Charles Aller
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Bead Embroidered, Fringed Gauntlets with Rick Rack, Cree
Media mixed media
Size 12.5 x 7 x 0.25 in. / 31.8 x 17.8 x 0.6 cm.
Notes
handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Robert Charles Aller
Estimate CAD$300-$350
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Moose Hide Purse with Beading on Blue Velvet
Media mixed media
Size 11.25 x 7.5 x 0.25 in. / 28.6 x 19 x 0.6 cm.
Notes
handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Robert Charles Aller
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Moose Hide Purse with Beading on Black Velvet
Media mixed media
Size 8.25 x 7.5 x 0.25 in. / 21 x 19 x 0.6 cm.
Notes
handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Robert Charles Aller
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Lined Beaded Thunderbird Leather Bag with Fur
Media mixed media
Size 11.25 x 11.5 x 11.5 in. / 28.6 x 29.2 x 29.2 cm.
Notes
stamped 'Lake Bibine Arts and Crafts' inside; handling marks noted
Provenance
from the estate of Robert Charles Aller
Estimate CAD$150-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - 33 Handcarved Stone Arrowheads
Media stone carvings
Size 1 x 1 x 1 in. / 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
various colours, shapes and sizes; framed
Provenance
from a Calgary estate
Estimate CAD$75-$100
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Fish and Bird Figure
Media gouache on paper
Size 21 x 16.5 x 1 in. / 53.3 x 41.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
signed with syllabics lower right; framed
Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Pair of Hand-Sewn Beaded Leggings
Media beaded canvas on cotton cloth
Size 32 x 16.5 x 1 in. / 81.3 x 41.9 x 2.5 cm.
Notes
hand-sewn from flour sacks [two different types, Ogilvie and Keynote] with red ochre pigmented fringes; heavy canvas on lower portion of legs with symmetrical beadwork designs in white, red, blue, yellow and pink bordered by blue and yellow beads; small tear noted at each knee
Estimate CAD$3,000-$4,000
Artist First Nations School
Title Hand-painted Jaw Bone
Media mixed media on bone
Size 10.5 x 14 x 2 in. / 26.7 x 35.6 x 5.1 cm.
Notes
unsigned; some paint loss noted
Provenance
private collection, Montreal
Estimate CAD$200-$250
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Bear Mask
Media hand painted wood carving with hair
Size 9 x 9.5 x 12 in. / 22.9 x 24.1 x 30.5 cm.
Notes
unsigned; crack noted lower right
Estimate CAD$600-$700
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Face Mask
Media hand painted wood carving
Size 9.75 x 7.25 x 3.5 in. / 24.8 x 18.4 x 8.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Untitled - Face Rattle
Media colour carved wood rattle
Size 11 x 4.5 x 4 in. / 27.9 x 11.4 x 10.2 cm.
Notes
unsigned
Provenance
private collection, Montreal
Estimate CAD$300-$400
Artist First Nations School
Title Porcupine Quill and Birch Bark Lidded Box
Media quill box
Size 2.5 x 3 x 3 in. / 6.4 x 7.6 x 7.6 cm.
Reference
dyed quill in ornate geometric designs
Provenance
proceeds to the Banff Centre
Estimate CAD$250-$350
Artist First Nations School
Title Nootka Woven Grass Lidded Basket
Media basket
Size 3 x 2.75 x 2.75 in. / 7.6 x 7 x 7 cm.
Reference
brightly coloured fish designs around body
Provenance
proceeds to the Banff Centre
Estimate CAD$100-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title West Coast Woven Grass Lidded Basket
Media basket
Size 2 x 3.25 x 3.25 in. / 5.1 x 8.3 x 8.3 cm.
Notes
some fading noted
Reference
coloured canoe and bird design around body
Provenance
proceeds to the Banff Centre
Estimate CAD$100-$200
Artist First Nations School
Title Woven Salish Basket
Media woven basket
Dated
ca. 1952
Size 11.25 x 12 x 6.25 in. / 28.6 x 30.5 x 15.9 cm.
Notes
unsigned
Reference
received in the 1950's while stationed with the RCMP north of Oliver, BC
Estimate CAD$200-$300
Artist First Nations School
Title Raven
Media gold pendant
Size 0.75 x 0.75 x 6.25 in. / 1.9 x 1.9 x 15.9 cm.
Notes
signed with initials 'W [Wayne] E' verso
Provenance
private collection, Edmonton
Estimate CAD$100-$150
Artist First Nations School
Title Feather Fan with Beaded Handle
Media various
Size 13.5 x 1 x 1 in. / 34.3 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm.
Provenance
private collection, Kelowna
Estimate CAD$150-$250