Wanik - Driftwood Carving

Driftwood Carving

carved and stained driftwood
27.94 cms x 8.89 cms x 3.81 cms (11 ins x 3.5 ins x 11 ins)
Signed and dated verso
made in 1976
Lot offered for sale by Saskatchewan NAC, Regina at the auction event "University of Regina President's Art Collection - Shumiatcher Donation - Part 2" held on Sun, Mar 24, 2024.
Lot 158
Estimate: CAD $45 - $60
Realised: CAD $51

Lot description - from the online catalogue*

Provenance:
From the University of Regina, President's Art Collection, Shumiatcher Donation. Collection of Dr. Morris C. Shumiatcher, O.C., S.O.M., Q.C. and Dr. Jacqui Clay Shumiatcher, O.C., S.O.M.
Notes:
Wanik was a Metis artist living on Canada's west coast and carving in the tradition of the Salish people. He was active in the 1970s through the 1990s, often utilizing driftwood.
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 Saskatchewan NAC auction house for permission to use.
Driftwood Carving by artist Wanik