3 Bill Reid Gold Foil Prints Embossed Matted Haida Artist 11x14" Canada

Description: Lot of 3 Bill Reid Gold Foil Series, Embossed & Double Matted Prints: The Eagle and the Frog #7530, The Raven and the First Men #7532, The Raven Steals the Salmon #7533 Object: This auction is for 3 very beautiful, embossed gold foil prints from the Estate of Canadian Haida artist, Bill Reid. Each is double matted and ready for framing. All but one print includes the biographical flier on the back with the story of the myth that is portrayed. No frames are included in this auction. Artist/Studio: Bill Reid (1920-1998) Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Master Haida artist, Bill Reid was born to an American Scotch-German father and a Native Canadian Haida mother. Inspired by the Haida culture Reid became an acclaimed designer, sculptor, carver, writer, goldsmith and Haida culture activist. In 2008 the Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art was created highlighting his talent and Northwest Coast indigenous culture. Reid's best-known sculptures are The Spirit of Haida Gwaii (Black Canoe) at the Canadian Embassy in Washington, D.C., and the Spirit of Haida Gwaii (Jade Canoe) at the Vancouver International Airport. Source: Online research. Origin: Canada Year: 2008, possibly, per online research Signed: Printed under each embossed gold-foil image is the title of the print and the artist's name, "Bill Reid." This writing is not hand-signed but is part of the print. Pattern: "The Eagle and the Frog" #7530; "The Raven and the First Men" #7532; "The Raven Steals the Salmon" #7533. Color: Bone white print paper and mattings; metallic gold images. Material: Paper, cardboard, gold-foil (no precious metals included) Surface: Slightly textured matting boards; shiny, smooth, tactile embossed gold images. Technique: Embossed on gold foil, per online research. Features: Attractive size for display; double matted; thick mat boards; heavy brown cardboard backings included; shiny embossed gold foil images; signed in-print. Condition: Very good, flat and clean, pre-owned vintage condition. These prints were found framed and protected under glass, but there are no frames included in this auction. We have removed these prints from their original frames due to frame surface wear and to provide shipping-cost savings. One print (Eagle and Frog) has a pale stain on the mat board's bottom left inside. This does not go through to the back. Please see last three photos. The heavy-duty brown cardboard backings from the original, discarded frames are flat and sturdy and will be included in our shipping process. Most of our items are estate finds and are in good to excellent used condition. Vintage, pre-owned items will not usually be in mint condition, but may show signs of age, use, or wear from being pre-owned and loved for many years. We try to describe any and all condition issues but may miss some. A defect not noted does not constitute an item "not as described." Measurements: Mats measure 11" wide and 15" high. The prints are on heavy paper stock measuring 6 1/4" wide and 9" high. Weight before Packaging: All 3 prints and mattings together weigh about 1 pound, 4 ounces. No Returns: Winner accepts item description/condition as stated, that all sales are final, and that items are sold "as found" and "as is," with no returns. Please note, we do our best to qualify, research, describe, and photograph all aspects of our listings, but we are not experts in this field. Be sure to check photos carefully and ask any questions before bidding to assure your satisfaction with the item/s. Shipping: Buyer pays actual boxed USPS Priority or Ground Advantage shipping costs as per eBay's shipping calculator on the auction page. Method may be chosen upon check out. Both include free tracking. Priority also includes free insurance. No handling fees. Shipping will be higher the further you are from our NV zip 89005. Fragile items are always extra-carefully packaged for shipping. Recycled shipping materials are often used as a way to help protect our environment. Payment: Your registered eBay address must match, or be updated to, your preferred shipping address. Buy-it-Now purchases require immediate payment. eBay may charge sales tax depending on your state's laws. For beautiful artwork, dinnerware, studio art pottery, art glass and more, be sure to see our eBay store, Pottery Prints and Porcelain. Thank you for looking!

Price: 41.99 USD

Location: Boulder City, Nevada

End Time: 2024-08-29T01:15:22.000Z

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