#27 • Fred Machetanz "Chilkat Dancer" Stone Lithograph

Part of 2024 AKPM Donated Valuables Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $475.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art: Alaskan Multiples

A stone lithograph c.1962 by the late Alaskan artist, Fred Machetanz (1908-2002) entitled "Chilkat Dancer." The work depicts a Southeast Alaskan Chilkat performing a legendary dance while wearing an oversized mask and bear claw necklace. Behind him is the narrow entrance to the tribal community house, decorated with characteristic totemic designs. Titled lower left, marked Edition-100, and hand signed in graphite lower right. Matted and housed in a silver-tone frame measuring approximately 19.25" x 15.25" overall.