#7 • Fred Machetanz "Search on the Pressure Ice" Print

Part of January 2026 Art Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $375.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art

A signed and numbered 174/950 large format print entitled "Search on the Pressure Ice" by Alaska artist Fred Machetanz (1908-2002). The work depicts the spring season when bowhead whales start their annual migration to the Arctic, and the low-level golden sun turns the waters and ice to varying shades of deep purple and mauve. During the long hours of daylight, hunters leave their camp in their umiaks to search for whales. At the bow of the umiak, the harpooner is ready to thrust or hurl his weapon, the sealskin poke ready to act as a floating marker should the whale sink or dive. Signed and numbered in graphite by the artist, lower margin, the piece is matted and framed with information about the art and artist affixed en verso. The original Mill Pond Press envelope appears to be concealed within the paper backing as well. Measures approximately 35.5" x 30.5" overall. Note: This item is exceptionally large and/or heavy, and may require custom boxing or crating depending on the intended destination and available carrier services. For more information prior to bidding, please email us at Shipping@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com or call/text us at 907.570.7050.