#52 • Charlie James "Bear Raven" First Nations Cedar Mask

Part of October 2023 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $750.00

Status: Sold

Category: Ethnographic Objects

An early 20th Century vibrant polychrome red cedar mask entitled "Bear Raven" by the late Alert Bay, British Columbia artist Charlie James (Kwakwaka'wakw, 1875-1938). The piece demonstrates surface wear to the paint throughout, and unrepaired cracks to the neck and ear as shown. Signed by the artist on the inside; measures approximately 12" x 9.5" x 10.5" tall.