May Premier Auction: Day 2
Sat, May 20, 2017 09:00AM EDT - Mon, May 22, 2017 09:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 990
Fine Model of an Eskimo Kayak
Estimate: $200 - $300
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Alaska, early 20th century, possibly West Sea Company, faithfully made in the traditional manner with seal skin over wood frame connected by sinew and embellished with walrus components, carrying a single Eskimo, 28 x 4-1/4 in., with carved wooden oar
wear to seal skin on Eskimo figure and at bow and stern of the kayak, lacking bone component to one side, possible loss to base of hands, some pest damage to coat of Eskimo
