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Auction 107, Lot 589

"[Lot of 3 - Canada and Alaska]", Cook, James (Capt.)

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Subject: Native Americans

Period: 1800 (circa)

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Color: Black & White

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Three interesting copper engravings depicting Native Americans of Nootka and Oonalaska and their crafts. Dingen Door de Inwooneren van Nootka Kanaal Vervaerdigd, ( 4.2 x 5.8") displays four ceremonial masks. Kanos Van Oonalashka, (10.2 x 8.6") shows two view of canoes. Hoeden der Inwoners van Oonalashka, (11 x 8.5") displays two finely made shields. From a Dutch edition of Cook's Voyages.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $120 - $160

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Closed on 6/9/2004

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