#72 • Fred Machetanz "From Arctic Waters" Oil Painting

Part of September 2024 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $17,000.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art: Alaskan Originals

An original oil on masonite by the late Alaska artist Fred Machetanz (1908-2002) entitled "From Arctic Waters." The work depicts a soaking wet polar bear climbing out of the Arctic water onto an ice cake; the bottoms of his paws are rough, black leathery pads which help keep him from slipping on the ice. His fur, while not pure white, provides a bright contrast as illuminated by the sun against a cold dark sky. Signed and dated by the artist lower right, and again en verso; piece has been recently cleaned. Housed in a gilt frame, it measures approximately 33" x 27" overall, image sight 24" x 18".