TWO NATIVE AMERICAN DECORATED CANOE CUPS.

TWO NATIVE AMERICAN DECORATED CANOE CUPS. Late 19th-early 20th century. Each dipper carved from the solid,;the first paint-decorated depicting a bear amidst tree trunks, the reverse marked with the name of the owner “MALLAWIN R.V.”, the original rawhide strap affixed to handle with original carved toggle in the form of a canoe (7-3/4″ l.) The second carved with the figures of a bear and a moose, now fitted with a later belted toggle (length of dipper 5-5/8″). SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: Both with old shellaced exteriors and original paint decoration, in very good overall condition with nice patina. The second example with old shrinkage crack in bowl, filled and sealed at time of carving. 9-93028 (400-600)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Spring 2008

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	229	$575.00	TWO NATIVE AMERICAN DECORATED CANOE CUPS. Late 19th-early 20th century. Each dipper carved from the solid,;the first paint-decorated depicting a bear amidst tree trunks, the reverse marked with the name of the owner “MALLAWIN R.V.”, the original rawhide strap affixed to handle with original carved toggle in the form of a canoe (7-3/4″ l.) The second carved with the figures of a bear and a moose, now fitted with a later belted toggle (length of dipper 5-5/8″). SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: Both with old shellaced exteriors and original paint decoration, in very good overall condition with nice patina. The second example with old shrinkage crack in bowl, filled and sealed at time of carving. 9-93028 (400-600) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Spring 2008 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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