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Emporium Auction - July 13, 2023

Thu, Jul 13, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 366

Two Woodlands Birchbark Model Canoes

Estimate: $300 - $500

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

20th century, the smaller with polychrome floral motif quillwork along both sides. 14-1/2 in. long; the larger with wood splint seats and ribs, nailed construction, 24 in. long,  

Condition

Both with grime and wear commensurate with age, the smaller with losses to top corner of both ends,  losses to the quillwork.; the larger with one rib near top of larger canoe detached but present. 

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