Oka Standoff, September 1, 1990
27.9 cms x 35.6 cms (11 ins x 14 ins)
On verso signed, editioned 10/75, dated september 1,1990 and inscribed "oka, quebec"
printed in 1990
Lot offered for sale by Heffel, Vancouver at the auction event "Stephen Bulger Gallery HO2 Online auction" held on Tue, Jun 2, 2020.
Lot h019
Lot h019
Estimate: CAD $2,000 - $3,000
Realised: CAD $2,000
Realised: CAD $2,000
Lot description - from the online catalogue*
Provenance:
Acquired directly from the Canadian Press Archive by Stephen Bulger Gallery, Toronto
Notes:
The tense standoff between government forces and indigenous citizens in Oka, Quebec held Canada’s attention during the summer of 1990. The dispute shocked the nation and was epitomized in this famous photograph by Shaney Komulainen. The confrontation between soldier Patrick Cloutier and Brad Laroque symbolized this important moment. This controversial photograph also caused unexpected ramifications; the photojournalist was forced to testify about her role in the situation and was badly injured in a car crash on her way to court.
This photograph is part of a limited edition, each printed one at a time, signed by the photographer and numbered sequentially once printed.
This work was printed circa 2006.
Please note: this work is unframed.
The Buyer is hereby advised to read fully the Terms and Conditions of Business and Catalogue Terms, including our Stephen Bulger Gallery HO2 Sale Notice and any Addendum or Erratum specific to the Stephen Bulger Gallery HO2 auction.
Acquired directly from the Canadian Press Archive by Stephen Bulger Gallery, Toronto
Notes:
The tense standoff between government forces and indigenous citizens in Oka, Quebec held Canada’s attention during the summer of 1990. The dispute shocked the nation and was epitomized in this famous photograph by Shaney Komulainen. The confrontation between soldier Patrick Cloutier and Brad Laroque symbolized this important moment. This controversial photograph also caused unexpected ramifications; the photojournalist was forced to testify about her role in the situation and was badly injured in a car crash on her way to court.
This photograph is part of a limited edition, each printed one at a time, signed by the photographer and numbered sequentially once printed.
This work was printed circa 2006.
Please note: this work is unframed.
The Buyer is hereby advised to read fully the Terms and Conditions of Business and Catalogue Terms, including our Stephen Bulger Gallery HO2 Sale Notice and any Addendum or Erratum specific to the Stephen Bulger Gallery HO2 auction.
Most realised prices include the Buyer's Premium of 18-25%, but not the HST/GST Tax.
(*) Text and/or Image might be subject matter of Copyright. Check with Heffel auction house for permission to use.
(*) Text and/or Image might be subject matter of Copyright. Check with Heffel auction house for permission to use.