AMER AUGUST 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/24/2015
NORTHEASTERN AMERICAN INDIAN CARVED WOODEN SPOON WITH "BEAR HEAD" EFFIGY. This beautiful wooden, possibly maple or butternut, spoon or ladle measures about 20" overall with large triangular bowl terminates into a carving of what appears to be stylized bear with details for ears, eyes, mouth and nose. Ladle is very fine overall with desirable hand-worn patina. This spoon or ladle probably dates from the early 19th century, but examples are known earlier. SIZE: PROVENANCE: Northeast Auctions lot 1342 August 6, 2011. From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Very good overall with several bruises, scratches and small blemishes that do not affect the overall aesthetics There''s a lanyard hole irregularly drilled behind animals face. 49055-66 (2,500-3,500) JS0
